The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 99021 sells for about $615,000, or $202 per square foot.
Homes take about 21 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,650 a month.
ZIP 99021 — Mead
The Mead housing market is currently balanced, with inventory levels providing a stable environment for both buyers and sellers. Prices have remained flat year-over-year, reflecting a cooling trend from the rapid appreciation seen in previous years. Demand remains supported by the area's high-quality school district and suburban appeal.
Mead is ideal for family buyers and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with high-quality schools and easy access to the amenities of North Spokane.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 21 days on market with 4.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
42% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.9% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 5.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 9.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 99021, Spokane County WA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Mead area are generally lower than the Spokane urban core, with property crime being the primary concern as is typical for the broader region.
The area is served by the Mead School District, which is widely regarded for high academic performance and strong extracurricular programs compared to neighboring districts.
The region faces moderate wildfire risk during summer months and occasional high-wind events, necessitating standard fire-wise landscaping and comprehensive property insurance coverage.
Mead is experiencing steady suburban expansion with new residential developments and improved infrastructure connecting the area to the North Spokane employment corridor.
Property taxes are assessed by Spokane County based on local millage rates that include state, county, and school district levies; no state income tax applies to residential property.
Commuters primarily utilize US-395 and Highway 2 for direct access to downtown Spokane, typically resulting in a 15-25 minute drive depending on traffic.
The area offers proximity to the Little Spokane River, various hiking trails, and local golf courses, with major shopping centers located just south in North Spokane.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand from families seeking suburban living, with limited short-term rental saturation.
The economy is driven by healthcare, education, and retail sectors, with significant employment hubs located in nearby North Spokane and downtown.
Transportation is primarily auto-dependent, with major highway corridors providing the main arteries for regional transit.
Development is focused on residential subdivision expansion and commercial retail growth along the Highway 2 corridor.
The Spokane County Assessor maintains property valuations based on annual market analysis and physical inspections.
Parcels are subject to Mead School District levies and various fire protection district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable but sensitive to wildfire risk mitigation efforts in the wildland-urban interface.
Washington state continues to see net positive domestic migration, particularly from higher-cost coastal markets.
Washington is a non-judicial foreclosure state, providing a streamlined process for lenders while offering specific notice periods for homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive disclosure statement covering all known material defects of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 99021 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Triple Play Family Fun Park4.219.9 mi
- Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park4.314 mi
- Altitude Trampoline Park and Fitness & Welness Center Spokane4.213.6 mi
- Wonderland Family Fun Center412.5 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.213.8 mi
- Spokane Arena4.417 mi
- Spokane Convention Center4.517.1 mi
- Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park4.66.2 mi
- The Podium4.217 mi
- Triple Play Family Fun Park4.219.9 mi
- Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park4.66.2 mi
- Dave & Buster's Spokane4.112.6 mi
- Mirabeau Point Park4.712 mi
- Arbor Crest Wine Cellars4.611.4 mi
- Cat Tales Wildlife Center4.37.9 mi
- Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture4.618.2 mi
- The Fox Theater4.817.7 mi
- Arbor Crest Wine Cellars4.611.4 mi
- Mobius Discovery Center4.617.4 mi
- Buck Knives4.513.8 mi
- Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park4.66.2 mi
- Mirabeau Point Park4.712 mi
- Cat Tales Wildlife Center4.37.9 mi
- Orchard Park4.813 mi
- Mount Spokane State Park4.84.7 mi
- Tobler Marina4.619.1 mi
- Templin's Marina4.315.6 mi
- Wandermere Golf Course4.411.1 mi
- Pine Acres Par 34.611.8 mi
- Golf Island - Spokane4.912.3 mi
- Spokane Valley Mall4.312.8 mi
- WinCo Foods4.412.6 mi
- Fred Meyer4.211.6 mi
- Nordstrom Rack4.112.8 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.412.7 mi
- Spokane International Airport4.422.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Protected river corridor offering hiking and wildlife viewing.
Community hub for local athletics and events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.