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Yakima, WA

Looking to move to Yakima, WA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Yakima, WA is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Yakima, WA has a population of 97769. What about cost of living in Yakima, WA? The median income in Yakima, WA is $59,829 and the median home value is $305,153.

Read on to learn more about Yakima, WA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Yakima, WA

Average Temperatures

64 high / 39 low

Average Annual Rainfall

8 in

Average Annual Snowfall

16 in

Quick Facts about Yakima, Washington

Median Home Value
$305,153
Median Property Tax
$2,315
Total Population
97,769
Average Commute
15 min
Median Household Income
$59,829
Median Monthly Rent
$893

Map of Yakima, WA

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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