Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Yakima

Affordability in Yakima, WA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Yakima is $1,117 and the median household income is $62,815 per year. Nearly half of Yakima residents -- 46% -- are renters, reflecting strong local demand for rental housing, including income-restricted options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Yakima Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 549 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Getting Around Yakima

The assisted properties in Yakima score well for walkability and offer moderate biking and transit options, according to Walk Score.

• Walk Score: 87 - Very Walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot.
• Transit Score: 33 - Some Transit. A few nearby transit options are available.
• Bike Score: 59. Biking is a viable option for some trips.

These scores reflect the area around the assisted properties in Yakima, not the city as a whole.

Schools

Yakima is served by 53 schools across 7 districts, including 26 elementary, 7 middle, and 20 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the specific schools assigned to any address they are considering.

Cost of Living in Yakima

The median household income in Yakima is $62,815 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent citywide is $1,117 per month, per the same source, which gives context to how meaningful income-restricted housing can be for renters in this market.

Affordable and income-based housing in Yakima spans 562 units across 10 properties. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are set based on area median income limits rather than market rates, so your actual costs will depend on the program and your household size and income.

• Citywide median rent: $1,117/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median household income: $62,815/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 46% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environmental Exposure

All 10 affordable housing properties in Yakima have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood mapping data.