salaryRent is higher than in 59% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 5.5 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 12.8 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $73,320 a year. That is $35 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Washington cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Washington. It is number 57 of 192 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Walla Walla?
Share of households by yearly income. 22.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Walla Walla
| Size | Walla Walla | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,024 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $963 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,493 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,843 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,035 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Walla Walla overall?
Everyday prices in the Walla Walla metro area are 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.5, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Walla Walla
Life in Walla Walla
What jobs pay in Walla Walla
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $165,210 | 13.3% |
| Physician Assistant | $161,980 | 13.6% |
| Lawyer | $136,990 | 16.1% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,380 | 16.9% |
| Civil Engineer | $123,030 | 17.9% |
| Registered Nurse | $116,970 | 18.8% |
| Software Developer | $114,920 | 19.1% |
| Operations Manager | $106,690 | 20.6% |
| Dental Hygienist | $106,680 | 20.6% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $102,980 | 21.4% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,370 | 21.9% |
| Accountant | $89,630 | 24.5% |
| Police Officer | $83,620 | 26.3% |
| Electrician | $82,910 | 26.5% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,690 | 28.0% |
| Plumber | $70,390 | 31.2% |
| Market Research Analyst | $63,120 | 34.8% |
| HVAC Technician | $62,530 | 35.2% |
| Truck Driver | $60,300 | 36.5% |
| Carpenter | $59,660 | 36.9% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $56,730 | 38.8% |
| Medical Assistant | $56,020 | 39.3% |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,590 | 45.3% |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,990 | 45.8% |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,920 | 49.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $44,050 | 49.9% |
| Retail Salesperson | $36,620 | 60.1% |
| Cashier | $35,930 | 61.2% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Walla Walla?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $898 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $393,600 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $39,360 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Walla Walla, WA?
Renting in Walla Walla costs a median of about $1,833 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Washington median is $2,025.
How much do I need to make to live in Walla Walla?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $73,320 a year, or $35 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Walla Walla cheap or expensive?
Walla Walla is rated Expensive: rent takes 30.6% of the typical household income of $71,988. It ranks 57th cheapest of 192 Washington cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Walla Walla?
The median homeowner in Walla Walla pays $3,183 a year in property taxes, about 0.81% of the median home value.
Is Walla Walla more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 1% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Walla Walla?
The median home value in Walla Walla is $393,600, about 5.5 times the typical yearly household income.
33,925 people live in Walla Walla. Numbers are typical (middle) values.