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Richland, WA
Richland · Benton County · WA 99352
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$398K
Median Price
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Walk Score
6.9/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
C+Schools
69/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score50/100
Our Take
Richland offers decent home prices and good schools, but it’s almost entirely car‑dependent with no walkable amenities. If you’re okay with a quiet, rural feel and a long drive to larger cities, it could work; otherwise you’ll miss out on nightlife and public transport.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable homes relative to Seattle
- ✓High‑rated public schools
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Strong community cohesion
Real Talk
- !Walk score 0 means almost all errands require a car
- !Limited dining and nightlife options
- !Public transit is practically nonexistent
- !Commute to larger job markets can be long
- $Higher car maintenance and insurance costs
- $Elevated heating bills in winter
- $Possible private school or extracurricular fees
Best For
FamiliesRemote workersBudget‑conscious buyersOutdoor enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Richland, WA
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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