Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Yakima, WA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Yakima, WA rent fell 10.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,250/month. Renters today are paying $145 less per month on average than last year as the market continues to cool from its peak in 2025.
Compared to national trends
Yakima is 34.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a lower-cost market for renters seeking value in the Pacific Northwest with 132 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Yakima rent for about $695/month, 1-bedrooms around $850/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,250/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,900/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,300/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Yakima
$1,250/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in Yakima is $1,250 per month as of October 2026. This is 34% below the national average rent, or $650 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Yakima
132
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Yakima rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Yakima, WA
Average rent prices in Yakima have decreased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 10% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Yakima, WA
Rent prices in Yakima vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Yakima is $1,100, whereas a house costs $1,900. 1-bedroom apartments in Yakima run $850 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $695 |  11% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $850 | 12% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,250 | No Change | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,900 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,300 | 2% | 4% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Yakima, WA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,100 | 5% | 12% | |
Condos | $2,000 | 11% | 5% | |
Houses | $1,900 | No Change | 9% |
Studio
Average rent
$695
Last 30 days
11%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,900
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Yakima, WA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
12%
Condos
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$1,900
Last year
9%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Yakima, WA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Yakima, WA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Yakima and Cle Elum by all bedroom counts and property types.
Yakima
34%lower than the national median
11%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Yakima, WA is 40% lower than the median rent in Cle Elum, WA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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25%$1,895
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4%$1,466
8%$1,125
42%$1,500
25%$1,675
3%$1,350
14%$1,705
36%$1,597
9%$1,800
1%Cost of living in Yakima, WA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% higher |
| Groceries | 4% higher |
| Health | 5% higher |
| Housing | 11% lower |
| Transportation | 21% higher |
| Utilities | 9% higher |
Discover rentals in Yakima, WA
3d ago
115 N Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
1 bed
1 bath
$595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
702 N 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901
1 bed
1 bath
$615–$650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
720 N 5th Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
1–2 beds
1 bath
$695–$925
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1111 1/2 N 4th St, Yakima, WA 98901
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Yakima
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Yakima
3 beds
2 baths
$2,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Yakima
601 S 60th Ave #A, Yakima, WA 98908
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 10
5d+ ago
Verified
3507 Highview Dr #NA, Yakima, WA 98902
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 10
2d ago
2201 River Rd, Yakima, WA 98902
3 beds
2 baths
$1,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
5200 Jazz St, Yakima, WA 98908
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,850–$1,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
406 S 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Yakima
1509 Browne Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3507 Highview Dr #NA, Yakima, WA 98902
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 10
4d ago
215 N 76th Ave, Yakima, WA 98908
4 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Yakima
2 beds
1 bath
$1,695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Yakima
Studio
1 bath
$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
215 N 76th Ave, Yakima, WA 98908
4 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Yakima
1406 Roosevelt Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
2 beds
1 bath
$1,025
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
602 N 3rd St, Yakima, WA 98901
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2609 Powerhouse Rd, Yakima, WA 98902
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Yakima, WA
Quick answers to common questions about the Yakima rental market.
How much is rent in Yakima?
The average rent in Yakima is $1,250 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Yakima?
Average rent prices in Yakima have decreased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 10% since last year.
How does Yakima rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Yakima is 34% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $650 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Yakima?
To comfortably afford rent in Yakima, you'd need to earn approximately $50,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Yakima?
February offers the lowest rents in Yakima, with approximately 20% savings compared to September when rents peak during the fall rental season.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).