RANK #840 / 996 · POP 62,150 · WA
PROJECTED GROWTH: -0.9%
Walla Walla County, in southeastern Washington, is known for its distinctive wine country, boasting over 120 wineries that have earned national and international recognition. The county seat, Walla Walla, is approximately a four-hour drive from Seattle, Portland, or Boise. The community maintains a small-town atmosphere, with a revitalized downtown featuring shops, restaurants, and art galleries. The landscape includes rolling wheat fields, vineyards, and the nearby Blue Mountains, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation like hiking, biking, and fishing in rivers and lakes. Bennington Lake, near town, provides trails for various cycling levels.
Life in Walla Walla County offers a blend of small-town charm and access to educational institutions, including Whitman College, Walla Walla University, and Walla Walla Community College. The public school system is considered above average. Commute times within the main city of Walla Walla are generally short. While agriculture, particularly wheat, sweet onions, and wine grapes, remains a significant part of the economy, the county has seen growth in tourism and service industries. Economic development efforts also focus on retaining and creating jobs, with some investment flowing into sectors like renewable energy.
Above national median (4.7x)
Below national median
Above national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.8x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
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Wallula Gap Data Center Campus
Amazon Data Services, Inc. (formerly Advance Phase LLC)
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$5,000M | Proposed |
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Walla Walla Solar Farm (Australia)
Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) Australia
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$300M | Completed |
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Stateline Wind Project
Florida Power & Light (NextEra Energy)
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$300M | Operating |
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Walla Walla County Bridge Replacements & Road Improvements
Walla Walla County
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$50M | Planned |
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Hayden Homes Residential Developments (Harvey Ranch Estates, Iron Gate Estates, The Equinox)
Hayden Homes
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Walla Walla County has a Boom Town Index score of 16/100, ranking #840 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.3% and a median household income of $66,635, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Walla Walla County is $331,600 with median rent at $1,044/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2009, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.0% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.3%. Home values changed +1.4% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.37% of Walla Walla County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.