Acme, WA

Washington

Acme is a small town in Washington with a population of 284.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
284 Population 189/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $40,557 per capita
$466,400 Home Value $478,905 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $466,400
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.3%
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.0%
174% higher than US avg

How Acme Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population284
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density189/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,557
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.0%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute50 min

Housing

Home Value$466,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$478,905

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation333 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute50 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries6

Is Acme a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Acme receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Acme stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Acme is $466,400, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Acme experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Acme has a population of 284 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

284
Total Population
189
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Acme vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Acme vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Acme is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Acme vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,557
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$92,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$4,664M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare188
Retail230
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.1 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Acme is $466,400, 65% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $478,905.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$466,400
65% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$478,905

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Acme, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Acme vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities188

Crime Rates: Acme vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Acme has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation333 ft (101 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density189/sq mi
Coordinates48.7164°N, 122.2100°W
County FIPS53029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 49.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.3%
46% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density189/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants163
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.1 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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