The typical home in Wenatchee, WA is worth about $500,000.
With 20% down that's a loan near $400,000 — the calculator
is pre-filled with that figure. Known as the 'Apple Capital of the World,' Wenatchee sits at the center of Washington's tree-fruit industry, and packing and cold-storage warehouses shape the seasonal labor market as much as any commuter trend.
$2,597.05 / month
Total interest
$534,940
Total paid
$934,940
Payoff
30.0 years
How much you need to earn
Wenatchee, WA's median household income is about
$68,000 a year. Under standard 28/36
lending rules that supports a home price around
$271,862 with 20% down —
below the $500,000 typical price, so many buyers need a larger down payment, a co-borrower, or a longer commute.
Typical asking rent in Wenatchee, WA is about $1,650 a month, so owning the median home costs roughly
$1,418 more per month before tax
effects, maintenance, and any change in home value.
Frequently asked questions
What is a typical mortgage payment in Wenatchee, WA?
On the metro's roughly $500,000 typical home with 20% down, the loan is about $400,000. Principal and interest run near $2,597 a month at today's rate, and Wenatchee, WA's property tax plus insurance add about $471, for a full payment near $3,068.
Can I afford a home in Wenatchee, WA on the median income?
The median household income is about $68,000 a year. Under standard 28/36 lending rules that supports a home price around $271,862 with 20% down — below the $500,000 typical price, so buyers often need a larger down payment or a co-borrower.
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Wenatchee, WA?
Typical asking rent is about $1,650 a month. The full owner payment on a median home is near $3,068, so owning costs roughly $1,418 more per month before tax effects, maintenance, and any appreciation.
How much are property taxes in Wenatchee, WA?
The effective property tax rate in the core county is about 0.87% of market value — roughly $4,350 a year on the typical home. Your exact rate depends on the municipality and any exemptions.
Are home prices in Wenatchee, WA rising or falling?
Home values are roughly flat over the past year. Known as the 'Apple Capital of the World,' Wenatchee sits at the center of Washington's tree-fruit industry, and packing and cold-storage warehouses shape the seasonal labor market as much as any commuter trend.