Clark County, Washington Housing Market
In Clark County, Washington, the median home value is $522,900, with a median monthly rent of $1,748. This places Clark County at #124 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #11 within Washington.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,426
- Establishments: 15,688
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 2,190
- Multi-family: 1,060
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 216,803 (avg $109,791)
- Outflow: 207,799 (avg $109,265)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Clark County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 98601 | 278.4 | -10.34% | 2025 |
| 2 | 98629 | 300.6 | +0.80% | 2025 |
| 3 | 98674 | 316.1 | +7.86% | 2025 |
| 4 | 98675 | 333.0 | +7.50% | 2025 |
| 5 | 98607 | 335.0 | -2.69% | 2025 |
| 6 | 98671 | 333.8 | +2.65% | 2025 |
| 7 | 98642 | 318.3 | +3.13% | 2025 |
| 8 | 98665 | 321.8 | +1.18% | 2025 |
| 9 | 98663 | 359.5 | +3.87% | 2025 |
| 10 | 98660 | 398.5 | +3.88% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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View Mortgage Guide for Clark County →How Clark County Compares
| Metric | Clark County | Washington Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $522,900 | $436,312 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,748 | $1,251 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 66.4% | 71.3% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 24.9 | 29.2 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Clark County is 19.8% above the Washington state average and 129.6% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,748/month is 39.7% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 24.9, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Clark County has an owner-occupancy rate of 66.4%, compared to 71.3% in Washington and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travis County | Texas | $523,000 | $1,744 |
| Essex County | New Jersey | $524,100 | $1,531 |
| Salt Lake County | Utah | $525,700 | $1,592 |
| Hawaii County | Hawaii | $519,300 | $1,510 |
| Pierce County | Washington | $526,600 | $1,806 |
Other Counties in Washington
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pierce County | $526,600 | $1,806 | 64.7% |
| Skamania County | $529,500 | $1,068 | 80.0% |
| Jefferson County | $535,000 | $1,522 | 79.0% |
| Skagit County | $545,100 | $1,536 | 70.1% |
| Kittitas County | $497,400 | $1,341 | 61.5% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).