Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Kennewick

Affordability in Kennewick, WA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Kennewick is $1,240 per month, and the median household income is $73,576 per year. About 39% of Kennewick residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter community that may benefit from the city's income-based and HUD-assisted housing options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Kennewick Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 387 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Kennewick

The area around assisted properties in Kennewick scores 76 (Very Walkable) for walking, 40 (Some Transit) for public transit, and 50 for biking, according to Walk Score. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted housing locations specifically.

Schools

Kennewick is served by 35 schools across 2 districts, including 18 elementary, 6 middle, and 11 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a housing decision.

Cost of Living in Kennewick

The median household income in Kennewick is $73,576 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent is $1,240 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Income-based housing in Kennewick can help renters whose costs would otherwise exceed a manageable share of their income. Lease Lantern tracks 8 affordable properties with 425 total units across the city.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

None of the 8 HUD-assisted properties tracked in Kennewick are mapped in a flood zone, and none carry a high-risk flood designation. Flood exposure appears to be a very low concern for this portfolio of affordable housing.