Albion, WA

Washington

Albion is a small town in Washington with a population of 448. Residents earn $55,750 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
448 Population 1,149/sq mi density
$55,750 Median Income $32,148 per capita
$170,800 Home Value
$1,024 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,750 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,800 home value, $1,024/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,750
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,024
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population448
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density1,149/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,750
Per Capita$32,148
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$3,378M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,800
Rent$1,024
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Elevation2,248 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute20 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries15

Is Albion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albion receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Albion stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albion is $55,750, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albion is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,024 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Albion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Albion has a population of 448 with a density of 1,149 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

448
Total Population
1,149
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Albion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albion is $55,750, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Albion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,750
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,148
Avg Weekly Wage$1,241
IRS Avg AGI$72,863

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,243
County GDP$3,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants123
Healthcare100
Retail92
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Albion is $170,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,024 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,024
12% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

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-Occupied45.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Albion, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma12.3%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death5,805/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities100

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Albion has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall32.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,248 ft (685 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,149/sq mi
Coordinates46.7916°N, 117.2512°W
County FIPS53075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 52.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.36
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,149/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants123
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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