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Yakima, WA

Cost of living in Yakima County, WA

Part of the Yakima Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,839/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 256,605 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,018 36%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $435 15%
Groceries $369 13%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $157 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Yakima County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,011
per month
1 bedroom
$1,018
per month
2 bedroom
$1,335
per month
3 bedroom
$1,871
per month
4 bedroom
$1,971
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Yakima County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,015
per year
Individual earnings
$36,665
per year
Per capita
$29,309
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Yakima County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$281,100
Annual property tax
$2,299

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Yakima County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$109
per month · 11.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$48
per month
Annual total
$1,884
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Yakima County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.0%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Yakima County

State and local tax rates for Washington.

No state income tax
Washington does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
10.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Yakima County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.0 min
Drive alone
78.9%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
6.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Yakima County

What it costs to live in Yakima County each month.

Single person
$2,839
per month
  • Rent $1,018
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $435
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,271
per month
  • Rent $1,335
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $783
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,973
per month
  • Rent $1,871
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $783
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Yakima County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Yakima County?

In Yakima County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,018 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,335 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,871 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Yakima County?

In Yakima County, WA, the average household income is $68,015 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,665 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Yakima County?

The estimated cost of living in Yakima County, WA is approximately $2,839 per month for a single person, $4,271 for a couple, $6,973 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Yakima County?

The combined sales tax rate in Yakima County, WA is 10.23%, which includes the Washington state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 3.73%.

Is Yakima County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Yakima County, WA would need approximately $2,839 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,015 per year ($5,668 per month). Yakima County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Yakima County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Yakima County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Yakima County?

The average home value in Yakima County, WA is $281,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,299, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Yakima County compare to other areas?

You can compare Yakima County, WA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Yakima County is in the Yakima, WA metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources