No income tax, four hard seasons. Median home price runs about $425K with an effective property tax near 0.87% — roughly $3,698/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Spokane
Median home price
$425K
Effective property tax
0.87%
Tax friendliness
9/10
Winter mildness
3/10
Summer comfort
9/10
Walkability
6/10
Outdoor access
8/10
Culture & food
5/10
Healthcare
9/10
Airport connectivity
7/10
Schools
6/10
Safety
6/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
10/10
Growth trajectory
7/10
Who it fits: tax-sensitive movers, outdoor-first households, people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: anyone done with winter.