Richland, Washington

Washington community balancing growth and livability

Pacific Kennewick-Richland, WA Metro

WhereAtHome Score

69.9

D+

out of 100

Overview

Richland is a Washington city with a population of approximately 63,757, part of the Kennewick-Richland, WA metropolitan area. The median home value is approximately $470,131. Median household income is $89,283.

Key Highlights

  • Population of approximately 63,757 (2023 Census estimate)
  • Median home value of $470,131 (Zillow ZHVI)
  • Median household income of $89,283 (Census ACS)
  • Average commute time of 20.7 minutes
  • Part of the Kennewick-Richland, WA metro area

Key Metrics

Population 2023

63,757

Source: Census ACS

$470,131

Source: Zillow ZHVI

$89,283

Source: Census ACS

20.7 min

Source: Census ACS

Walk Score 2026

34

Source: Walk Score

120 (100 = U.S. avg)

Source: AreaVibes / BLS

2024 Presidential Election

Benton County (county-level results)

38%
60%
Democrat 37,662
Republican 59,555
Leans R+21.9

Source: County-level results from MIT Election Data + Science Lab. Learn more

Score Breakdown

6 of 6 score factors available. Missing factors are excluded and available weights are rescaled.

Housing Affordability 43.7/100

Median home value relative to national average (Weight: 20%)

Income vs Housing 52.3/100

How affordable housing is relative to local incomes (Weight: 20%)

Commute Time 70.7/100

Average commute time compared to national average (Weight: 15%)

Crime 50/100

Overall crime levels based on FBI crime statistics (Weight: 20%)

Walkability 34/100

Walk Score — ease of daily errands on foot (Weight: 15%)

Purchasing Power 49.9/100

Median income relative to national average, adjusted for cost of living (Weight: 10%)

WhereAtHome Score 69.9

Location

Richland, WA (46.2833, -119.2892)
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Last Updated: 2026-07-01

Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Walk Score, and Niche.