Pullman, WA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Whitman County · Washington
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Pullman based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
31,939
2023 ACS
Median Income
$45,097
2023
Median Home Value
$401,700
2023
Median Rent
$1,010
2023
Median Age
22.8
Unemployment
7.5%
Cost of Living Index
102.6
100 = national avg
Pullman is a city in Whitman County, Washington, with a population of 31,939 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Pullman is one of the communities in Washington.
The median household income in Pullman is $45,097, and the median home value is $401,700. The cost of living index is 102.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,010 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.5%, and the median age is 22.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
31,939
Male
16,287
51.0%
Female
15,652
49.0%
Median Age
22.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
26.2%
High School or Higher
30.6%
Foreign Born
10.8%
Veterans
2.5%
Married
24.6%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.455
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
71.3%
Foreign Born
10.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
9.6%
3,066 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
90.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
30,700
English Only
85.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,216 speakers
Limited English
4.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.4%
Limited English Proficiency
4.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
793
2.5% of population
Disability Rate
24.5%
194 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$69,464
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
668
84.2%
Female Veterans
125
15.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$69,464
Non-Veteran Income
$17,925
Difference
$51,539
287.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
194
Without Disability
599
Disability Rate
24.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
24,001
#1 Ancestry
German
17.8% (5,699)
#2 Ancestry
English
10.7% (3,423)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.6% (3,390)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,947
Family Households
4,606
38.6%
Married Couples
3,507
29.4%
Non-Family Households
7,341
61.4%
Single Mother Households
706
5.9%
Single Father Households
393
3.3%
Living Alone
4,503
37.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,703
In Married Couple
2,636
71.2%
With Single Mother
757
20.4%
With Single Father
310
8.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$91,368
Married Couple Income
$104,244
Single Mother Income
$37,697
Single Father Income
$61,645
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
131
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$45,097
-38% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,901
-22% vs national
Poverty Rate
32.1%
+136% vs national
Gini Index
0.5510
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.5%
+45% vs national
SNAP Recipients
8.6%
of households
How Pullman Compares
Pullman vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Pullman is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Pullman, WA has a median household income of $45,097, making it the 23,479th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pullman has a higher median household income than 17% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Pullman, WA has a per capita income of $28,901, making it the 18,477th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pullman has a higher per capita income than 34% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Pullman, WA has a poverty rate of 32.1%, making it the 2,571st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Pullman has a higher poverty rate than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Pullman, WA has a unemployment rate of 7.5%, making it the 6,580th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Pullman has a higher unemployment rate than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Pullman. The median household income here is $45,097.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.5%
+42% vs WA avg
Labor Force
18,377
Employed
16,863
Mean Commute
13 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
26.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
30.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
22.8
Work from Home
9.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Washington metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$166.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
102.6
100 = national avg
+2.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,142
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,700
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$891
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,169
per month
The median household income in Pullman, WA is $45,097, which is 38.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,901. The poverty rate of 32.1% is higher than the WA state average of 10.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5510, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.5%, compared to the state average of 5.3%. The labor force is 18,377. 26.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 13 minutes, with 9.8% working from home. About 57.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 102.6, which is 2.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 147.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,142 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$429,000
Median List Price
$507,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$193
Days on Market
52
Active Inventory
49
Months of Supply
3.3
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$414,619
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,481
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
34.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
15
New Listings
38
Pending Sales
32
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$193
Median List $/SF
$223
Pullman vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Pullman is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Pullman, WA has a median home value of $401,700, making it the 4,494th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Pullman has a higher median home value than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Pullman, WA has a median rent of $1,010, making it the 9,880th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Pullman has a higher median rent than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Pullman, WA has a price per square foot of $193, making it the 8,601st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Pullman has a higher price per square foot than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Pullman, WA has a rent burden of 26.9%, making it the 2,367th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Pullman has a higher rent burden than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$401,700
Median Rent
$1,010
Total Housing Units
14,174
Vacancy Rate
15.7%
Owner Occupied
31.3%
Renter Occupied
68.7%
Median Property Tax
$3,199
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,628
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,199
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
of home value
Median Home Value
$401,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,389
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,199) by the median home value ($401,700). In Pullman, WA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.80%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Pullman, WA is $429,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 52 days on the market. 13.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $193. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,481/month. About 31.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 14,174 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,199. The effective tax rate is 0.80%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.30
per 1,000 residents
-50% vs national
Property Crime Rate
8.22
per 1,000 residents
-52% vs national
Total Crimes
315
2024
Violent Clearance
65%
cases solved
Property Clearance
40%
cases solved
YoY Change
-30.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Pullman Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Pullman vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Pullman is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Pullman police solve 100% of robbery cases but only 18% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 2 | 0.06 | 50.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 14 | 0.42 | 28.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 2 | 0.06 | 100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 25 | 0.76 | 84.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 50 | 1.51 | 48.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 211 | 6.37 | 39.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 11 | 0.33 | 18.2% |
Pullman, WA reported 43 violent crimes and 272 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.30 per 1,000 residents is 50.0% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 65% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 211 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 8.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 43 | 272 | 1.30 | 8.22 |
| 2023 | 61 | 325 | 1.87 | 9.94 |
| 2022 | 35 | 314 | 1.07 | 9.56 |
| 2021 | 37 | 248 | 1.06 | 7.12 |
| 2020 | 27 | 259 | 0.77 | 7.39 |
| 2019 | 42 | 273 | 1.21 | 7.89 |
| 2018 | 48 | 379 | 1.42 | 11.18 |
| 2017 | 25 | 517 | 0.74 | 15.25 |
| 2016 | 50 | 676 | 1.49 | 20.21 |
| 2015 | 36 | 325 | 1.12 | 10.10 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
39.8
Very Low
Expected Annual Loss
49.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
20.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
50.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
18
Public Assistance
$9.5M
Individual Assistance
$48K
Most Common Type
Flood
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wildfires → | Fire | Feb 2024 | $203K | — |
| Wildfires and Straight-line Winds → | Fire | Feb 2021 | $7.8M | — |
| Babb Fire → | Fire | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $994K | $48K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Floo… → | Severe Storm | Jan 2016 | $341K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Record and Near … → | Severe Storm | Mar 2009 | $166K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Land & Muds Slides… → | Severe Storm | Jan 1997 | — | — |
| High Winds, Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Feb 1996 | — | — |
| Fires → | Fire | Nov 1991 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains, Flooding & Mudslides → | Flood | Apr 1989 | — | — |
| Volcanic Eruption, Mt. St. Helens → | Volcanic Eruption | May 1980 | — | — |
| Severe Storms,mudslides, & Flooding → | Flood | Dec 1977 | — | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Mar 1977 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Snowmelt & Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1974 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Feb 1972 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Dec 1964 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
58
Total Claims Paid
$660,653
Avg Claim Payout
$11,391
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
8
Federal Funding
$715,003
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.84
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $526,441 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $87,785 |
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $48,750 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $12,269 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 1 | $39,758 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Pullman has a very low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are landslide, wildfire, cold wave. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (6 declarations). 58 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $9,543,859 in public assistance recovery funding. $47,580 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 8 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
28.3%
7.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
30.6%
7.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
5.1%
6.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
0.8pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
22.8%
Arthritis
13.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
3.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
24.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
30.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
33.2%
Mobility
7.3%
Cognitive
22.4%
Hearing
4.7%
Vision
5.6%
Self-Care
2.8%
Independent Living
11.3%
Pullman has an obesity rate of 28.3%, which is 7.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 30.6%, 7.1pp above the national average. About 9.8% of adults lack health insurance. 64.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.4 mi
Pullman Regional Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pullman Regional Hospital | 2.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Gritman Medical Center | 10.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Whitman Hospital And Medical Center | 15.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Tri-State Memorial Hospital | 25.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Garfield County Public Hospital District #1 | 28.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
51,196
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PULLMAN WATER DEPARTMENT CITY OF | 29,690 | 0 |
| WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY | 21,506 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
59.4K MT
Top Emitter
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
59.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY State Of Washington | Other | 59,448 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 59.4K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
13 min
-45% vs national
Drive Alone
57.8%
-27% vs national
Public Transit
4.8%
+433% vs national
Work From Home
9.8%
+5% vs national
Carpool
9.8%
Walk / Bike
16.8%
combined
How Pullman's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2020)Fatalities
1
2020
1-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Pullman, WA is 13 minutes, which is 44.9% below the national average of 23 minutes. 57.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.8% work from home, which is below the WA state average of 12.7%. Public transit is used by 4.8% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.8% of workers carpool. 14.7% walk to work. 2.0% commute by bicycle. In 2020, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
85.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
75.8%
of households
No Internet
2.9%
of households
Total Households
11,947
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.0%
of households
Smartphone
96.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
91.3%
of households
Tablet
64.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
11.9¢
per kWh
-38% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.0¢
per kWh
-35% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.6¢
per kWh
-44% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$114
residential
-23% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
30% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Washington averages 11.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $114. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Pullman vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Population Served
51,196
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PULLMAN WATER DEPARTMENT CITY OF | Community | Ground water | 29,690 | 0 |
| WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY | Community | Ground water | 21,506 | 0 |
85.8% of households in Pullman have broadband internet access. 75.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.9% of households have no internet access. 5.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 51,196 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Pullman is located in Whitman County, WA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Pullman.
Election Overview
Source: Whitman County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
10,480
52.8%
GOP Votes
8,699
43.8%
Total Votes
19,845
Margin
D+9.0%
Shift from 2020
R+1.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10,480 | 8,699 | 19,845 | 52.8% | 43.8% | D+9.0 |
| 2020 | 11,184 | 9,067 | 21,126 | 52.9% | 42.9% | D+10.0 |
| 2016 | 5,521 | 5,462 | 12,128 | 45.5% | 45.0% | D+0.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Whitman County recorded 19,845 total votes. Democrats won the county with 52.8% of the vote compared to 43.8% for Republicans, a margin of D+9.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Whitman County has shifted 8.5 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
136
Total Assets
$846.7M
Total Income
$366.7M
Per 10K Residents
42.6
nonprofits
-31.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
16
Median Assets
$353K
Oldest Active
1930
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $830.4M of $846.7M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Pullman
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFPullman, WA has 136 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $846.7M. The most common category is Education, with 15 organizations. 16 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 42.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1930.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
131
Total Approved
$43.7M
Jobs Supported
903
Per 10K Residents
41.0
SBA loans
-75.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
28
Top Lender
Columbia Bank
21 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
115
Total Amount
$29.6M
Avg Loan
$257,103
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$22.6M(76%)
Jobs Supported
697
Loans
16
Total Amount
$14.1M
Avg Loan
$882,125
Median Loan
$449,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
19
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$10.8M
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$567,379
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Quality Inn | 1 | $5.0M |
| Pullman Building Supply | 1 | $4.5M |
| The Hilltop Inn | 1 | $2.5M |
| Inter-state Aviation Inc. | 2 | $1.9M |
| Dissmore's Foods Llc | 1 | $1.8M |
| Ace Hardware-pullman Llc | 4 | $1.7M |
| Northwest Pharmacy Services Inc. | 1 | $1.4M |
| Openstay Pullman Llc | 2 | $1.3M |
| Sjs Properties, Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| Quality Inn Paradise Creek | 1 | $927K |
Pullman, WA has received 131 SBA loans totaling $43.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 115 loans (88% of the total), supporting 697 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 16 loans totaling $14.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Pullman is Columbia Bank with 21 loans. That works out to 41.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
3
Total Population
37,685
Avg Median Income
-$222,188,172
Avg Home Value
-$222,027,722
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83844 | 3,545 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.6 |
| 99102 | 448 | $55,750 | $170,800 | $1,024 | 0.3 |
| 99163 | 33,692 | $46,401 | $412,700 | $1,011 | 210.7 |
Pullman, WA has 3 ZIP codes with a combined population of 37,685. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$222,188,172. The average median home value is -$222,027,722. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,544.
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