Kennewick, Kennewick WA — neighborhood review

Kennewick, WA

Kennewick · Benton County · WA 99336

Updated August 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$324K

Median Price

81/100

Walk Score

7.3/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
73/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
81/100
WYLT Score69/100

Our Take

Kennewick offers affordable housing and decent schools, but it's very car‑dependent with limited public transit and a moderate crime rate. If you need a quiet, family‑friendly place and are okay with driving, it can work, but it’s not a nightlife or high‑speed commute hub.

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The Good

  • ✓Median home price under $300k, making it one of the cheaper big cities in Washington
  • ✓Good school ratings (average 6.7) and plenty of local schools
  • ✓Abundant parks and outdoor recreation along the Columbia River
  • ✓Lower cost of living compared to Seattle, especially in groceries and utilities

Real Talk

  • !You’ll need a car; Walk Score is 32, so walking to most places is impractical
  • !Public transit exists but is infrequent and covers a limited area, so it’s not reliable for commuting to larger cities
  • !Crime is moderate—there are some violent and property crimes in certain pockets
  • !The area has a mix of political views and occasional controversies, which may affect community atmosphere
  • $Higher property tax rates compared to the national average
  • $Potential for increased water bills due to regional water scarcity
  • $Insurance premiums may be higher in some areas due to local crime rates

Best For

familiesaffordable_buyersremote_workerssmall_town_lifestyle

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Kennewick, WA

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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