Bethel, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Bethel is a small town in Washington with a population of 4,276. Residents earn $84,214 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,276 Population 1,353/sq mi density
$84,214 Median Income $40,929 per capita
$440,800 Home Value
$1,195 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$84,214 median income, 7.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$440,800 home value, $1,195/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,214
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $440,800
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,195
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,276
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,353/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,214
Per Capita$40,929
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$440,800
Rent$1,195
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation320 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute28 min
Libraries9

Is Bethel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethel receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Bethel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethel is $84,214, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bethel is $440,800, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,195 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

24.1% 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

Bethel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Bethel has a population of 4,276 with a density of 1,353 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

4,276
Total Population
1,353
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bethel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethel is $84,214, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bethel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,214
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,929
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,739
County GDP$18,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants580
Healthcare720
Retail705
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethel is $440,800, 56% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,195 (3% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$440,800
56% above US avg
Median List Price$520,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$520,000
$/Sq Ft$302
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops80.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,195
3% 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-Occupied90.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Bethel, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities720

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Bethel has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation320 ft (98 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density1,353/sq mi
Coordinates47.4874°N, 122.6175°W
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,353/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home13.5%

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