Retirement Savings Calculator for Kennewick, WA
Updated 2026 · Local data pre-filled
The median household income in Kennewick is $66,400. With a cost of living index of 98, your retirement needs will be lower than average. Planners generally recommend saving 10–15% of income; at Kennewick's median income that's $7,968–$9,960 per year.
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How Kennewick Compares to the National Average
Understanding how Kennewick stacks up helps you calibrate your financial planning.
| Metric | Kennewick, WA | US Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $325,000 | $420,800 | -22.8% |
| Median Monthly Rent | $1,200 | $1,713 | -29.9% |
| Median Household Income | $66,400 | $74,580 | -11.0% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.92% | 1.10% | -16.4% |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 100 | -2.0% |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, BLS, Zillow, NAR (2024–2025). Green = favorable for residents; red = less favorable.
Kennewick Financial Snapshot
- Population (Metro)
- 310,000
- Unemployment
- 4.6%
- Avg Commute
- 21 min
- Median Age
- 34
- Price-to-Rent Ratio
- 22.6x
- Annual Property Tax
- $2,990
Frequently Asked Questions — Kennewick
What is the median home price in Kennewick, WA?
The median home price in Kennewick is $325,000 as of 2025–2026. This is below the national median of $420,800.
What is the average rent in Kennewick?
Median monthly rent in Kennewick is $1,200. That works out to $14,400/year, or 22% of the median household income — within the commonly recommended 30% of income guideline.
Is Kennewick affordable?
Kennewick's cost of living index is 98 vs. the national average of 100. With a median household income of $66,400/year and a median home price of $325,000, the price-to-income ratio is 4.9x. Kennewick falls in the middle of the affordability spectrum for US cities.
What is the property tax rate in Kennewick?
The effective property tax rate in Kennewick is 0.92% of assessed value. On the median home of $325,000, that's roughly $2,990/year ($249/month).