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West Richland

Pop. 17,586·52nd most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for West Richland, WA
Median rent (all units)
$2,104/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+0.1%
vs US Median
+$139
Stable (Monthly)
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West Richland · $2,104
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
21% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,104/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$84,000/yr
Local median income
$119,892/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using West Richland's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,440
1 BR
$1,620
2 BR
$1,970
3 BR
$2,630
4 BR+
$3,040
Research median
$1,970/mo

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

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,248/yr
At $2,104/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

West Richland, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
17,586
Median income
$119,892
Median age
35.5
Renters
16.6%
Age distribution
30.9%
18.4%
28.1%
12.5%
Under 1830.9%
18–3418.4%
35–5428.1%
55–6410.1%
65+12.5%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
75.4%
14.6%
White75.4%
Black0.7%
Hispanic14.6%
Asian2.1%
Other7.2%
Education (25+)
18.7%
33.6%
39.4%
No HS diploma8.3%
HS diploma18.7%
Some college33.6%
Bachelor's+39.4%
Housing tenure
83.4%
16.6%
Owner83.4%
Renter16.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How West Richland, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$109,209 → $119,892
up 9.8%
Population
15,988 → 17,586
up 10.0%
Renter share
17.2% → 16.6%
-0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
39.7% → 39.4%
-0.3 pts

Median household income rose from $109,209 to $119,892 between 2021 and 2024, a 9.8% shift. The population has grown by 10.0% since 2021, moving from about 15,988 residents to roughly 17,586.

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West Richland rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in West Richland, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Richland is $2,104/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,440/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,620/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,630/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($119,892/yr), West Richland ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Richland an affordable city for renters?

West Richland is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,104/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($119,892/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Richland falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in West Richland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,104/mo in West Richland. The local median household income is $119,892/yr, meaning the typical West Richland household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in West Richland?

Rent in West Richland has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does West Richland rent compare to other cities in Washington?

West Richland is middle-of-the-pack for Washington for rent, ranking #52 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,104/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Richland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than West Richland ($2,104/mo): Hermiston ($1,478/mo), Kennewick ($1,621/mo), Pasco ($1,665/mo).

What percentage of West Richland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.6% of West Richland households are renters, while 83.4% are owner-occupied. West Richland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does West Richland rent compare to the national average?

West Richland's median rent of $2,104/mo is $139 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #52 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,104/mo, rent takes ~21% of West Richland's median household income ($119,892/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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