Kennewick

Kennewick, Washington Overview

Kennewick faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (49.4/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Washington. Even so, the city scores 73/100 in Environment — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 35/100.

Income & Employment in Kennewick

Kennewick’s median income of $65,796 is 27% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.9% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.9%.

Cost of Living in Kennewick

Kennewick has a cost of living index of 99 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $343,600. Median monthly rent is $1,199. Renters spend 21.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Kennewick

The adult obesity rate in Kennewick is 37.4%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.9%. Residents report an average of 17.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Washington ranks #7 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Kennewick

Kennewick has a high school graduation rate of 80.4%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.9:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,272. The city has 30 public schools serving 18,174 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Kennewick

The annual average temperature in Kennewick is 49.7°F. Summers average 70.7°F. Winters average 31.7°F. Annual precipitation is 20.6 inches.

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