Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Richland

Affordability in Richland, WA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Richland is $1,468, set against a median household income of $95,813 annually. About 36% of Richland residents rent their homes, meaning income-based and HUD-assisted housing plays an important role for a significant share of the community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Richland Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 256 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and definitions.

None of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in Richland are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood data.

Getting Around Richland

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Richland rates 76 (Very Walkable), 45 for Transit (Some Transit), and 74 for Biking. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted housing locations, not the city as a whole.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 17 public schools across 2 districts serve Richland, including 10 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools. Ratings and quality vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in Richland, WA

The median household income in Richland is $95,813 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median market rent is $1,468 per month, which can be a significant burden for renters earning below the area median -- making income-restricted housing an important resource in the city.

About 36% of Richland households rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Richland has 7 income-restricted properties offering 377 total units of HUD-assisted or LIHTC housing.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

None of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in Richland are mapped in a FEMA flood zone, and none carry a high-risk flood designation. Flood exposure is not a notable concern for renters at these properties based on available flood data.