Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
| Below Poverty | 10.9% ▲ 9% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.4% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,519 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 26,541 (21.4%) |
| Some College | 18,683 (15%) |
| Associates | 19,639 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 14,739 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 42,092 (33.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,282 ▲ 16% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $368,437 ▲ 32% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,298/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 81,366 |
| Vacant Units | 5,002 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Benton County is located in Washington and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 209,288 residents. With a median age of 36.19, it is a relatively young county.
Benton County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $88,281 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.9% is near the national average.
Housing in Benton County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $368,437 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,297. Homeownership rates are high at 69.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Benton County are majority White (65.86%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Benton County, WA is a middle-income area in Washington. The 10 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99320 | Benton City | 10,157 | $84,494 | $300,300 | $1,090 | 3.9% | 36.7% |
| 99336 | Kennewick | 51,180 | $63,308 | $292,300 | $1,155 | 5.5% | 33.8% |
| 99337 | Kennewick | 33,080 | $90,227 | $356,700 | $1,347 | 4.4% | 43.5% |
| 99338 | Kennewick | 19,235 | $116,002 | $526,700 | $1,474 | 3.9% | 53.7% |
| 99345 | Paterson | 169 | $111,250 | $422,200 | $441 | 5.0% | 27.0% |
| 99346 | Plymouth | 269 | $50,588 | $214,700 | — | 0.0% | 46.4% |
| 99350 | Prosser | 14,278 | $74,393 | $289,100 | $899 | 7.6% | 35.9% |
| 99352 | Richland | 36,641 | $96,875 | $442,100 | $1,457 | 5.0% | 58.1% |
| 99354 | Richland | 25,577 | $88,601 | $355,400 | $1,299 | 4.8% | 51.4% |
| 99353 | West Richland | 18,702 | $120,396 | $407,600 | $1,534 | 4.2% | 51.4% |