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Average Rent in Garfield County, WA🔻 3rd cheapest in WA

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 2,326

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Garfield County, WA has rental prices ranging from $701/month to $1,667/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $764/month — 45% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $62,411/year, spending $764/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Garfield County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,002/month, Garfield County ranks #34 most expensive of the 36 cities tracked in Washington — pricier than 65% of all US cities in our data.

The Garfield County Rental Market

The Garfield County, WA area has a population of about 2,326 and 23% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Garfield County, WA have risen by $4/month (0.4%) over the past year, from $998 to $1,002. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Garfield County, WA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,560. The local median household income of $62,411 exceeds that threshold by $31,851, making Garfield County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Garfield County, WA has an unemployment rate of 3.0%, 0.9 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$701
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$764
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,002
↑0.4% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,404
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,667
Average
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Is Garfield County, WA Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$40,080/year
Local median income: $62,411
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,002/month and 20% down on a — home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in WAlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Tacoma$1,479$1,673$2,057$2,882—
Seattle$2,238$2,293$2,671$3,521—
Spokane$998$1,123$1,444$1,997—
Kennewick$1,101$1,236$1,503$2,003—
Olympia$1,393$1,585$1,843$2,526—
Bremerton$1,411$1,568$2,057$2,685—

Rent or Buy in Garfield County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Garfield County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,002/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 4 years — worth it if you stay 4+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,002/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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