Alderton, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Alderton is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,857. Residents earn $95,802 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,857 Population 499/sq mi density
$95,802 Median Income $50,460 per capita
$486,000 Home Value
$1,599 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$95,802 median income, 7.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$486,000 home value, $1,599/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,802
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $486,000
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,599
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,857
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density499/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$95,802
Per Capita$50,460
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$64,941M
Commute35 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$486,000
Rent$1,599
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Elevation84 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+87.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute35 min
Libraries29

Is Alderton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alderton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Alderton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alderton is $95,802, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alderton is $486,000, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,599 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Alderton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Alderton has a population of 2,857 with a density of 499 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.4%), with 6.1% Hispanic.

Population

2,857
Total Population
499
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Alderton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alderton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alderton is $95,802, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Alderton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,802
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,460
Avg Weekly Wage$1,354
IRS Avg AGI$90,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,820
County GDP$64,941M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,771
Healthcare2,355
Retail2,124
Manufacturing537

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,011
100% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Work from Home25.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Alderton is $486,000, 72% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,599 (37% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$486,000
72% above US avg
Median List Price$515,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$515,000
$/Sq Ft$388
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,599
37% above US avg

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-Occupied78.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,011
100% above US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Alderton, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death7,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities2,355

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)86
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Alderton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation84 ft (26 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²)
Population Density499/sq mi
Coordinates47.1763°N, 122.2224°W
County FIPS53053
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density499/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,355
Restaurants1,771
Retail Stores2,124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)86
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Work from Home25.6%

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