Almira, WA

Washington

Almira is a small town in Washington with a population of 365. Residents earn $61,548 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
365 Population 716/sq mi density
$61,548 Median Income $28,176 per capita
$198,200 Home Value
$888 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$61,548 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$198,200 home value, $888/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,548
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,200
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population365
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density716/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,548
Per Capita$28,176
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$685M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,200
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden16.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation1,915 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries6

Is Almira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Almira receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Almira offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Almira is $61,548, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Almira is $198,200, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Almira experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Almira has a population of 365 with a density of 716 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

365
Total Population
716
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Almira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Almira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Almira is $61,548, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Almira vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,548
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,176
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$73,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)451
County GDP$685M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare14
Retail40
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Almira is $198,200, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,200
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

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-Occupied68.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Almira, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death7,269/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access36.7%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Almira has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,915 ft (584 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density716/sq mi
Coordinates47.7106°N, 118.9370°W
County FIPS53043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density716/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

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