Spokane, Spokane WA — neighborhood review

Spokane, WA

Spokane · Spokane County · WA 99201

Updated August 7, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$313K

Median Price

94/100

Walk Score

8.3/10

Schools

309 min

to Seattle, WA

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
83/100
DQuietness
40/100
FCommute
15/100
AWalkability
94/100
WYLT Score53/100

Our Take

Spokane 99201 is affordable compared to many U.S. cities, but the low walk score, limited transit, and income level make everyday life a bit more challenging. The area offers decent schools and low flood risk, yet high unemployment and moderate crime rates raise concerns. If you’re a budget‑conscious remote worker or single looking for cheap housing, it might fit, but families and commuters should be cautious.

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The Good

  • ✓Very low median home price at $220k
  • ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • ✓Decent public school ratings (average 7/10)
  • ✓Affordable median rent of $824

Real Talk

  • !Unemployment rate around 8.8%—higher than national average
  • !Crime levels (violent and property) are moderate, not negligible
  • !Very limited public transit and bike infrastructure
  • !Income level ($34k) is low compared to housing and rent costs
  • $High heating bills in winter
  • $Potential increases in property taxes
  • $Dependence on a car due to poor walkability/transit

Best For

budget-conscious rentersremote workersfamilies on tight budgetsretirees looking for low cost of living

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Spokane, 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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