How much does it cost to rent in Richland, WA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Richland, WA is $1,800. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Richland cheaper than other Washington cities?

Richland is among the more affordable cities in Washington, ranking #83 out of 110 cities at $1,800/mo.

When was Richland rent data last updated?

Richland rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · WA

Richland

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Pop. 62,753·83rd most expensive in Washington·Richland rents are up 8.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,800/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.0%

Month-over-Month

+1.6%

vs US Median

-$165

Rising (Monthly)

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Richland · $1,800

More affordable than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Richland's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,800/mo

Expected by trend

$1,870/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Richland's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,215

1 BR

$1,365

2 BR

$1,660

3 BR

$2,215

4 BR+

$2,560

Research median

$1,660/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$21,600/yr

At $1,800/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.0% YoY, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Richland, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 46.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

62,753

Median income

$95,813

Median age

36.4

Renters

35.6%

Age distribution

24%

23.9%

23.5%

16.9%

Under 1824%

18–3423.9%

35–5423.5%

55–6411.7%

65+16.9%

Gender

51.3%

48.7%

Male51.3%

Female48.7%

Race & ethnicity

76.7%

14.8%

White76.7%

Black1.3%

Hispanic14.8%

Asian6.5%

Other0.7%

Education (25+)

17.3%

31.5%

46.6%

No HS diploma4.5%

HS diploma17.3%

Some college31.5%

Bachelor's+46.6%

Housing tenure

64.4%

35.6%

Owner64.4%

Renter35.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Richland, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,368 → $1,800

up 31.6%

Income

$83,066 → $95,813

up 15.3%

Population

59,718 → 62,753

up 5.1%

Renter share

35.2% → 35.6%

+0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

45% → 46.6%

+1.6 pts

Rent in Richland, WA has climbed 31.6% since 2021, going from about $1,368 per month to roughly $1,800 today. Household income in the area moved from $83,066 to $95,813 across the same window, up 15.3% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 16.3 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 59,718 to 62,753 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.1% change. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Richland, WA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Richland on your salary?

At $1,800/mo, how Richland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 10.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Richland rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Richland. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Richland

About renting in Richland, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Richland is $1,800/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,215/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,660/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,365/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,215/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($95,813/yr), Richland ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Richland an affordable city for renters?

Richland is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,800/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($95,813/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Richland falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Richland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,800/mo in Richland. The local median household income is $95,813/yr, meaning the typical Richland household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Richland?

Rent in Richland has increased 8.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Richland neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Richland are 99354 ($1,662/mo), and 99352 ($1,876/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Richland is $1,800/mo.

How does Richland rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Richland is one of the more affordable cities in Washington for rent, ranking #83 out of 110 tracked cities at $1,800/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Richland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Richland ($1,800/mo): Hermiston ($1,478/mo), Kennewick ($1,621/mo), Pasco ($1,665/mo).

What percentage of Richland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of Richland households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. Richland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Richland rent compare to the national average?

Richland's median rent of $1,800/mo is $165 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #83 out of 110 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,800/mo, rent takes ~23% of Richland's median household income ($95,813/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Richland 23%Benchmark 30%

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