Bingen, WA

Washington

Bingen is a small town in Washington with a population of 865. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
865 Population 1,395/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $40,133 per capita
$333,600 Home Value $421,887 Zillow
$1,631 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
272 Violent Crime/100K 1,771 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$333,600 home value, $1,631/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
272 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $333,600
18% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 272/100K
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.4%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,631
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population865
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,395/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$40,133
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$1,795M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$333,600
Rent$1,631
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$421,887
Housing Units341
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

F
Violent272/100K
Property1,771/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault136/100K
Burglary136/100K

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking11.2%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation91 ft (28 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.4%
High School+87.9%
Graduate+17.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute17 min
Broadband84.9%
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Bingen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bingen receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Bingen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bingen is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bingen is $333,600, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,631 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bingen is below the national average at 272 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,771 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bingen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Bingen has a population of 865 with a density of 1,395 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.2%).

Population

865
Total Population
1,395
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bingen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.8%
14% below US avg
Spanish32.2%
140% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bingen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bingen is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bingen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,133
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$88,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,494
County GDP$1,795M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare135
Retail146
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit5.2%
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bingen is $333,600, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,631 (40% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $421,887.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$333,600
18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$421,887

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,631
40% above US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

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-Occupied65.2%
Housing Units341
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Bingen, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.8%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate65.8%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death5,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities135
Bingen has a violent crime rate of 272 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,771 per 100,000 (10% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent272.5/100K
28% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery136.2/100K
Assault136.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,771.1/100K
10% below US avg
Burglary136.2/100K
Theft1,226.2/100K
Vehicle Theft408.7/100K
Arson272.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bingen has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation91 ft (28 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,395/sq mi
Coordinates45.7131°N, 121.4718°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS41027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.7-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.5%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.4%
13% below US avg
High School+87.9%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,395/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.9%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants102
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations273
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit5.2%
Work from Home20.2%

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