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Spokane, WA
Spokane · Spokane County · WA 99201
Updated June 24, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$220K
Median Price
23/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
309 min
to Seattle, WA
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
DQuietness
40/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
23/100
WYLT Score41/100
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
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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