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Average Rent in Whitman County, WA

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 47,042

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

Market Overview

Whitman County, WA has rental prices ranging from $800/month to $1,960/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $890/month — 36% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $52,893/year, spending $890/month on a 1-bedroom represents 20% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Whitman County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,167/month, Whitman County ranks #22 most expensive of the 36 cities tracked in Washington — pricier than 80% of all US cities in our data.

The Whitman County Rental Market

The Whitman County, WA area has a population of about 47,042 and 53% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs above the US average of ~34%, pointing to a competitive rental market where vacancies clear quickly and rents are less negotiable.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Whitman County, WA have fallen by $4/month (0.3%) over the past year, from $1,171 to $1,167. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Whitman County, WA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $35,600. The local median household income of $52,893 exceeds that threshold by $17,293, making Whitman County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Whitman County, WA has an unemployment rate of 4.0%, 0.1 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$800
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$890
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,167
↓0.3% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,635
Average
4 Bedrooms
$1,960
Expensive
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Is Whitman County, WA Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$46,680/year
Local median income: $52,893
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,167/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 Whitman County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Whitman County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,167/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 1 year — worth it if you stay 1+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,167/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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