Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.9%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population77

Median Age38.0 yrs

Density24/mi²

Male / Female46% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 49%

Veterans55.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$53,149

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$5,122M

Commute74 min

Health

Obesity37.9%

Uninsured8.4%

Smoking13.6%

Depression29.0%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI28 (Good)

Sunny Days253/yr

Elevation1,597 ft (487 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%

Commute74 min

Broadband29.0%

Libraries6

Is Alder a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alder receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Alder 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 74 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Alder experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Alder has a population of 77 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.4%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

38.0yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

3.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%

Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Alder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alder vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alder is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 74 minutes.

Income: Alder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$53,149
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,129
IRS Avg AGI	$70,906

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,236
County GDP	$5,122M

Business (County)

Restaurants	219
Healthcare	200
Retail	301
Manufacturing	99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,781
	37% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	74.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Alder, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.9%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	9.5%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.6%
	3% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.1%
Physical Inactivity	18.6%
Depression	29.0%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.9%
Uninsured	8.4%
	2% below US avg
Checkup Rate	68.2%
Dental Visits	63.8%
Premature Death	9,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	57.4%
Healthcare Facilities	200

Alder has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	50.0°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	38°F (4°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	28.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,597 ft (487 m)
Area	3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density	24/sq mi
Coordinates	46.7820°N, 122.2612°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	53041

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%

D 32%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.36

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	24/sq mi
Total Area	3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	29.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	200
Restaurants	219
Retail Stores	301

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	74.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Alder, WA

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

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Is Alder a Good Place to Live?

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Alder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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Alder vs U.S. Average

Income: Alder vs U.S.

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Tax & Cost of Living

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

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Temperature

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Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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