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Spokane County, WA market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Spokane County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 558,344
- +3.2% since 2020
- Households
- 218,395
- Median household income
- $78,582
- +38.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $410,700
- Jobs located here
- 243,284
- Highest market score
- 77
- Collision repair and body shops, #99 of 1,327 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 558,344 people live in Spokane County, in 218,395 households. Population estimates put the population change in Spokane County from 2020 to 2025 at +3.2%, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Spokane County is $78,582 a year, 3% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 38.1% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Spokane County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 112, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on clothing, shoes and related services (87).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Spokane County are for collision repair and body shops (77), funeral homes (77) and convenience stores (76). Spokane County ranks #99 of 1,327 scored counties for collision repair and body shops.
Spokane County is part of the Spokane-Spokane Valley metro area. For its number of households, Spokane County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for urgent care and walk-in clinics (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for laundromats (56% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Spokane County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Spokane County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collision repair and body shops | 77 | #99 of 1,327 | 42 | 1.9 | $5.6M | 180 | 50 |
| Funeral homes | 77 | #102 of 1,472 | 23 | 1.1 | $1.3M | 193 | 10 |
| Convenience stores | 76 | #274 of 2,261 | 125 | 5.7 | $10.5M | 133 | 46 |
| Child care and preschools | 75 | #154 of 1,611 | 103 | 4.7 | $1.4M | 138 | 118 |
| Pet stores | 74 | #117 of 974 | 43 | 2.0 | $4.9M | 108 | 13 |
| Laundromats | 73 | #117 of 785 | 15 | 0.7 | $25.9M | 207 | 9 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 73 | #349 of 2,402 | 307 | 14.1 | $4.3M | 126 | 131 |
| Pizza | 71 | #277 of 2,090 | 143 | 6.5 | $6M | 117 | 367 |
| Gas stations | 71 | #371 of 2,358 | 209 | 9.6 | $2.9M | 120 | 128 |
| Barbershops | 69 | #259 of 1,356 | 74 | 3.4 | $2.9M | 156 | 14 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 66 | #489 of 2,405 | 915 | 41.9 | $931K | 140 | 396 |
| Grocery stores | 66 | #515 of 2,070 | 126 | 5.8 | $10.4M | 112 | 85 |
| Dry cleaners | 65 | #100 of 507 | 13 | 0.6 | $29.9M | 191 | 18 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 65 | #253 of 1,334 | 101 | 4.6 | $2.3M | 114 | 63 |
| Tire shops | 65 | #395 of 1,530 | 67 | 3.1 | $3.5M | 139 | 47 |
| Auto repair shops | 65 | #521 of 2,378 | 424 | 19.4 | $551K | 124 | 232 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 64 | #324 of 1,302 | 80 | 3.7 | $3.5M | 111 | 36 |
| Veterinarians | 64 | #404 of 1,485 | 79 | 3.6 | $2.7M | 98 | 71 |
| Hair salons | 63 | #545 of 2,339 | 434 | 19.9 | $502K | 117 | 117 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 63 | #627 of 2,222 | 285 | 13.0 | $3M | 98 | 367 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 62 | #430 of 1,707 | 123 | 5.6 | $5M | 104 | 179 |
| Pet businesses | 62 | #579 of 2,200 | 253 | 11.6 | $833K | 95 | 141 |
| Auto repair and car care | 62 | #663 of 2,401 | 750 | 34.3 | $311K | 116 | 354 |
| Gyms | 61 | #492 of 1,792 | 170 | 7.8 | $1.4M | 105 | 86 |
| Car washes and detailing | 60 | #461 of 1,451 | 88 | 4.0 | $2.7M | 105 | 42 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 59 | #638 of 2,088 | 323 | 14.8 | $721K | 109 | 149 |
| Home inspectors | 58 | #132 of 415 | 13 | 0.6 | Index only | 114 | 19 |
| Pest control | 58 | #248 of 699 | 27 | 1.2 | $10.5M | 103 | 22 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 57 | #642 of 1,889 | 145 | 6.6 | $5.9M | 142 | 257 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 57 | #877 of 2,405 | 2,039 | 93.4 | $418K | 113 | 1,001 |
| Nail salons | 56 | #506 of 1,328 | 105 | 4.8 | $2.1M | 124 | 63 |
| Chiropractors | 56 | #571 of 1,490 | 110 | 5.0 | $2.5M | 106 | 73 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 56 | #587 of 1,461 | 104 | 4.8 | $2M | 80 | 57 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 55 | #280 of 777 | 52 | 2.4 | $4.5M | 110 | 86 |
| Electricians | 55 | #473 of 1,160 | 56 | 2.6 | $10.9M | 91 | 155 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 54 | #892 of 2,087 | 255 | 11.7 | $1.5M | 120 | 124 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 54 | #948 of 2,210 | 340 | 15.6 | $1.1M | 130 | 151 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 52 | #789 of 1,656 | 191 | 8.7 | $1.5M | 82 | 242 |
| Spas and skin care | 52 | #825 of 1,769 | 253 | 11.6 | $861K | 98 | 45 |
| Home repair trades | 52 | #940 of 2,057 | 268 | 12.3 | $2.3M | 94 | 412 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 52 | #1,055 of 2,385 | 878 | 40.2 | $248K | 117 | 244 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 50 | #705 of 1,493 | 122 | 5.6 | $2.3M | 79 | 223 |
| Property management | 47 | #494 of 910 | 76 | 3.5 | Index only | 92 | 161 |
| House cleaning | 46 | #492 of 847 | 40 | 1.8 | $7.1M | 111 | 197 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 44 | #1,090 of 1,771 | 189 | 8.7 | $1.5M | 89 | 442 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | 43 | #209 of 325 | 28 | 1.3 | $10M | 41 | 13 |
| Roofing and gutters | 42 | #769 of 1,177 | 89 | 4.1 | $6.8M | 81 | 78 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 42 | #1,600 of 2,394 | 1,832 | 83.9 | $152K | 100 | 722 |
| Oil change and quick lube | 41 | #331 of 479 | 28 | 1.3 | $8.3M | 61 | 24 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 41 | #1,539 of 2,176 | 730 | 33.4 | Index only | 98 | 370 |
| Physical therapy | 39 | #1,018 of 1,422 | 171 | 7.8 | $1.6M | 68 | 101 |
| Real estate | 39 | #1,691 of 2,229 | 968 | 44.3 | Index only | 93 | 665 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 38 | #665 of 887 | 149 | 6.8 | Index only | 67 | 55 |
| Insurance agencies | 38 | #1,540 of 2,272 | 364 | 16.7 | $1.2M | 92 | 267 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 36 | #1,455 of 1,886 | 307 | 14.1 | $908K | 92 | 257 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 34 | #1,626 of 2,063 | 354 | 16.2 | $2.4M | 65 | 232 |
Household spending in Spokane County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $233.6M | $1,070 | 112 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $596.1M | $2,730 | 105 |
| Food away from home | $852.1M | $3,902 | 96 |
| Groceries | $1.3B | $6,017 | 95 |
| Personal care products and services | $217.9M | $998 | 99 |
| Child care and other personal services | $142.6M | $653 | 112 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $232.9M | $1,066 | 108 |
| Medical and dental services | $278.8M | $1,276 | 99 |
| Pets | $210.7M | $965 | 106 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $388.3M | $1,778 | 87 |
| Vehicle insurance | $421.2M | $1,929 | 99 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $609.6M | $2,791 | 92 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $282.9M | $1,295 | 92 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $3.9B | $17,769 | 107 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Spokane County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 558,344+3.2% since 2020
- Households
- 218,395
- Median age
- 39.7
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 64%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 1,764 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 311
- Median household income
- $78,582+38.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $103,315
- Median home value
- $410,700
- Jobs located here
- 243,284
- Daytime population
- 557,028Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Spokane County, WA growing?
Population estimates put Spokane County at 558,344 people in 2025, up 3.2% since 2020, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 218,395 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 38.1%, before inflation.
How much do households in Spokane County, WA spend?
Households in Spokane County spend about $3.9B a year on rent and homeowner costs, $1.3B on groceries and $852.1M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Spokane County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 112, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on clothing, shoes and related services (87).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Spokane County, WA?
Of the business types scored in Spokane County, collision repair and body shops (77), funeral homes (77) and convenience stores (76) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For collision repair and body shops, that ranks #99 of 1,327 scored counties.
How does Spokane County, WA compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Spokane County is $78,582, 3% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.2% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $410,700, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for urgent care and walk-in clinics (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for laundromats (56% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. All 56 business types have a score in Spokane County, each ranked against other counties.
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