Spokane Valley

Spokane Valley, Washington Overview

Spokane Valley scores 52.2/100 overall (C+), ranking #13 of 20 cities in Washington — below the state composite of 61.4. Environment is the city’s relative strength at 73/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 35/100.

Income & Employment in Spokane Valley

Spokane Valley’s median income of $74,787 is 17% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.6% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.5%.

Cost of Living in Spokane Valley

Spokane Valley has a cost of living index of 101 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $344,300. Median monthly rent is $1,247. Renters spend 20.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Spokane Valley

The adult obesity rate in Spokane Valley is 35.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.5%. Residents report an average of 18.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Washington ranks #7 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Spokane Valley

Spokane Valley has a high school graduation rate of 86.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.4:1. Local districts invest $16,121 per student, well above the national median. The city has 29 public schools serving 13,675 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Spokane Valley

The annual average temperature in Spokane Valley is 48.6°F. Summers average 69.7°F. Winters average 30.1°F. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches.

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