Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
| Below Poverty | 15.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 46% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7,026 (5.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 40,635 (31.1%) |
| Some College | 21,495 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 19,379 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 13,314 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 28,729 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,000 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $274,853 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,092/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 92,121 |
| Vacant Units | 5,057 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Yakima County is located in Washington and encompasses 25 ZIP codes spanning 19 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 257,555 residents. With a median age of 33.29, it is a relatively young county.
Yakima County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $68,000 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Yakima County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $274,853 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,092. Homeownership rates are high at 62.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Yakima County are majority Hispanic (51.62%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Yakima County, WA is a solidly middle-class area in Washington. The 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98923 | Cowiche | 1,027 | $45,409 | $228,300 | $892 | 7.1% | 53.2% |
| 98930 | Grandview | 15,071 | $67,798 | $277,600 | $980 | 5.0% | 20.0% |
| 98932 | Granger | 5,742 | $68,726 | $230,300 | $1,076 | 18.1% | 17.4% |
| 98933 | Harrah | 1,276 | $70,000 | $225,400 | $1,050 | 7.7% | 34.2% |
| 98935 | Mabton | 4,481 | $63,775 | $196,100 | $1,060 | 7.5% | 16.2% |
| 98936 | Moxee | 8,898 | $95,625 | $325,400 | $1,288 | 2.9% | 29.2% |
| 98937 | Naches | 4,701 | $63,646 | $343,300 | $888 | 8.8% | 28.5% |
| 98938 | Outlook | 1,678 | $45,846 | $174,100 | — | 0.5% | 12.1% |
| 98939 | Parker | 90 | $31,094 | — | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 98942 | Selah | 18,564 | $83,251 | $352,100 | $1,354 | 3.0% | 39.0% |
| 98944 | Sunnyside | 24,048 | $60,167 | $230,100 | $959 | 9.0% | 21.1% |
| 98947 | Tieton | 3,146 | $66,711 | $240,200 | $799 | 0.9% | 40.5% |
| 98948 | Toppenish | 12,960 | $67,217 | $217,800 | $978 | 10.6% | 19.3% |
| 98951 | Wapato | 12,935 | $63,083 | $214,000 | $871 | 7.4% | 19.7% |
| 98952 | White Swan | 1,735 | $56,957 | $111,000 | $585 | 12.1% | 20.3% |
| 98901 | Yakima | 32,080 | $56,429 | $268,100 | $996 | 6.7% | 30.6% |
| 98902 | Yakima | 45,377 | $60,050 | $237,700 | $1,045 | 8.2% | 31.7% |
| 98903 | Yakima | 19,010 | $69,188 | $265,900 | $1,232 | 10.4% | 33.5% |
| 98908 | Yakima | 37,921 | $80,266 | $356,900 | $1,302 | 5.6% | 46.1% |
| 98953 | Zillah | 6,815 | $82,689 | $362,800 | $1,160 | 2.4% | 37.2% |