Amboy, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Amboy is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,545. Residents earn $127,639 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,545 Population 155/sq mi density
$127,639 Median Income $41,414 per capita
$582,700 Home Value $676,599 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$127,639 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$582,700 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,639
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $582,700
107% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,545
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density155/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,639
Per Capita$41,414
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$33,425M
Commute42 min

Housing

A
Home Value$582,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$676,599

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain83.3 in/yr
Elevation656 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 52%
Commute42 min
Libraries10

Is Amboy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amboy receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Amboy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amboy is $127,639, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places Amboy among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amboy is $582,700, making it a premium housing market at 107% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Amboy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 83.3 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Amboy has a population of 1,545 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%).

Population

1,545
Total Population
155
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
10.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Amboy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.8%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.2%
36% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Amboy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amboy is $127,639, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Amboy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,639
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,414
Avg Weekly Wage$1,398
IRS Avg AGI$98,017

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,322
County GDP$33,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants903
Healthcare1,402
Retail1,062
Manufacturing427

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,201
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.4 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Amboy is $582,700, 107% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $676,599.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$582,700
107% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$676,599
Median List Price$649,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$649,900
$/Sq Ft$367
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

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-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,201
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In Amboy, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate66.2%
Premature Death6,422/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,402

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Amboy has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 83.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.3 inches
119% above US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Area10.0 sq mi (25.8 km²)
Population Density155/sq mi
Coordinates45.9159°N, 122.4889°W
County FIPS53011
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.1%
D 52.1%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.36
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density155/sq mi
Total Area10.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,402
Restaurants903
Retail Stores1,062

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.4 min
Work from Home14.8%

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