Baring, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Baring is a small town in Washington with a population of 190. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
190 Population 183/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $56,469 per capita
$598,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 7.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$598,000 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $598,000
112% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population190
Median Age58.1 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$56,469
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute45 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$598,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain109.9 in/yr
Elevation768 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute45 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries78

Is Baring a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baring is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baring is $598,000, making it a premium housing market at 112% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Baring experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 109.9 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Baring has a population of 190 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

190
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
58.1yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Baring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baring is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Baring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,469
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)82,150
County GDP$477,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,697
Healthcare8,565
Retail6,042
Manufacturing1,935

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.9 min
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Baring is $598,000, 112% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$598,000
112% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Baring, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 11.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity11.8%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities8,565

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Baring has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 109.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall109.9 inches
189% above US avg
Snowfall44.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates47.7686°N, 121.4820°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.5%
D 74.2%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.2%
10% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.9 min
Work from Home11.1%

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