What are the schools like in Walla Walla, WA?

Walla Walla is served primarily by Walla Walla Public Schools. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.2:1.

What is the median household income in Walla Walla?

The median household income in Walla Walla, WA is $58,179 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

Walla Walla, WA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Walla Walla, WA affordable or expensive?

Walla Walla's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Walla Walla is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $314,500 and the median rent is $1,109 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Walla Walla, WA?

Walla Walla has a violent crime rate of 284.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2214.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Q: What is the weather like in Walla Walla, WA?

Walla Walla has an average high temperature of 41.9°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 6.5 inches.

Is Walla Walla, WA a Good Place to Live?

Walla Walla is a small city of 33,842 in Washington, with a median household income of $58,179 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Walla Walla stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Walla Walla is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Walla Walla city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 98.0

Walla Walla's overall cost of living index is 98.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Walla Walla costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Walla Walla, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$314,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,109	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,179	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Walla Walla's violent crime rate is 284.3 per 100,000 residents — 25% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

284.3 /100k

Property Crime

2214.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Walla Walla is served primarily by Walla Walla Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Walla Walla, WA	National Avg
School District	Walla Walla Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	5	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Walla Walla sees average highs of 41.9°F in January and 90.1°F in July, with 18.7 inches of annual precipitation and 6.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Walla Walla, WA
Average High — January	41.9°F
Average High — July	90.1°F
Annual Precipitation	18.7"
Annual Snowfall	6.5"

Demographics

Metric	Walla Walla, WA	National Avg
Population	33,842	—
Median Age	37.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	12.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	75.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	13.3%	18.9%
Asian	2.5%	6.3%
Under 18	19.0%	22.2%
65 and over	18.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Walla Walla East, WA 2 mi College Place, WA 3 mi Garrett, WA 3 mi Milton-Freewater, OR 10 mi Umapine, OR 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Walla Walla

Walla Walla, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

99362

Walla Walla vs Other Cities

Walla Walla, WA vs Walla Walla East, WA Walla Walla, WA vs College Place, WA Walla Walla, WA vs Garrett, WA Walla Walla, WA vs Milton-Freewater, OR Walla Walla, WA vs Umapine, OR

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walla Walla, WA affordable or expensive?

Walla Walla's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Walla Walla roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $314,500 and median rent is $1,109/month.

What is the crime rate in Walla Walla, WA?

Walla Walla's violent crime rate is 284.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2214.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Walla Walla?

Public schools in Walla Walla are operated by Walla Walla Public Schools. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1. 29.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Walla Walla, WA a good place to live?

Walla Walla, WA has a population of 33,842, a median household income of $58,179, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Walla Walla?

Walla Walla averages 41.9°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 18.7 inches with about 6.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Walla Walla?

Walla Walla, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 99362.

What is the population of Walla Walla?

The population of Walla Walla, Washington is 33,842 with a median age of 37.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Walla Walla?

Key numbers for living in Walla Walla: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $314,500, median household income $58,179, crime index 87 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Walla Walla side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.