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Spokane Valley, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Spokane Valley, Washington had a total population of 106,365, the 8th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $74,042, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Spokane Valley Quick Facts

Population 106,365
Median Household Income $74,042
Median Home Value $382,300
Poverty Rate 12.9%
Unemployment Rate 5.2%
Median Age 38.3 years
Homeownership Rate 58.2%
Affordability Ratio 5.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.5%
High School Graduation Rate 94.4%
Diversity Index 31/100
Population 106,365 8th of 628
Median Income $74,042 below average
Poverty Rate 12.9% 4% higher than national
Median Home Value $382,300 below average

How Spokane Valley Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population105,460106,365+0.9%
Median household income$70,722$74,042+4.7%
Median home value$344,300$382,300+11.0%

How Spokane Valley Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.4%
$25K-$50K 19.2%
$50K-$100K 33.5%
$100K+ 32.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.1%
$10K-$15K
2.9%
$15K-$20K
3.2%
$20K-$25K
3.1%
$25K-$30K
3.6%
$30K-$35K
4.3%
$35K-$40K
3.8%
$40K-$45K
3.6%
$45K-$50K
4.0%
$50K-$60K
6.6%
$60K-$75K
10.5%
$75K-$100K
16.3%
$100K-$125K
10.4%
$125K-$150K
8.3%
$150K-$200K
8.1%
$200K+
6.2%

Employment

5.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
63.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 58.2%
Renter 41.8%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,353/mo 21.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

31out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 61

Education

Spokane Valley Rankings in Washington

#8 Population of 628
#377 Median Income of 570
#302 Education of 628
#357 Home Value of 584

Other Cities in Spokane County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Spokane 230,293 $70,064 13.8% $363,500
Cheney 12,804 $54,503 31.3% $395,900
Liberty Lake 12,737 $118,723 5.0% $577,500
Airway Heights 11,245 $62,874 19.5% $348,500
Fairwood (Spokane County) 10,674 $91,988 7.8% $469,100
Mead 6,893 $77,045 7.4% $408,200
Country Homes 6,198 $84,653 14.2% $429,400
Otis Orchards-East Farms 5,454 $97,500 5.6% $430,500
Medical Lake 4,950 $79,989 8.1% $368,700
Town and Country 4,890 $92,652 6.8% $356,800

Cities Similar to Spokane Valley

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Everett111,845$83,512$565,30028.8%12.9%
Federal Way99,493$86,909$552,80030.8%13.0%
Renton105,317$100,432$672,60039.5%8.1%
Yakima96,961$62,815$297,60020.8%16.6%
Bellingham93,438$66,755$627,50048.5%18.6%

Population Overview

Spokane Valley is a major urban center located in Washington, within Spokane County. The total population is 106,365. It ranks as the 8th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Spokane Valley is 38.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Spokane Valley is $74,042. This is 25% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 31% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $382,300. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 58.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Spokane Valley is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.1%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (7.1%) is well below the state average of 14.4%. The Asian population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 9.7%.

Education

26.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Spokane Valley, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 628 Census-designated places in Washington. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Spokane Valley, Washington?

Spokane Valley, Washington has a population of 106,365 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Spokane Valley, WA?

The median household income in Spokane Valley is $74,042, which is 8% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Spokane Valley, WA?

The poverty rate in Spokane Valley is 12.9%. This means approximately 13,523 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Spokane Valley, Washington?

Spokane Valley's population is 82.5% White, 1.3% Black, 7.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Spokane Valley, WA?

The median home value in Spokane Valley is $382,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.

How educated is Spokane Valley, Washington?

26.5% of adults (25+) in Spokane Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.