Median Income
$57,708
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$276,900
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,301
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.5%
23% lower than US avg
How Brinnon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population774
Median Age65.8 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans24.3%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,708
Per Capita$42,469
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute40 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$276,900
Rent$1,301
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$353,259
Rent Burden38.6%
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Elevation348 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute40 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries9
Is Brinnon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brinnon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Brinnon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brinnon is $57,708, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brinnon is $276,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,301 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Brinnon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Brinnon has a population of 774 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 65.8 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 3.7% Hispanic.
Population
65.8yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.5% |
| 59% below US avg |
The median household income in Brinnon is $57,708, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,708 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,469 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,377 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,739 |
| County GDP | $18,349M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 580 |
| Healthcare | 720 |
| Retail | 705 |
| Manufacturing | 158 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 40.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.4% |
| Public Transit | 6.2% |
| Work from Home | 11.0% |
The median home value in Brinnon is $276,900, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,301 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $353,259.
Home Values
| Census Median | $276,900 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $353,259 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,301 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 38.6% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.54% |
In Brinnon, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brinnon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.0% |
| Depression | 30.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,099/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 720 |
Crime Rates: Brinnon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Brinnon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (24.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6686°N, 122.9166°W |
| County FIPS | 53035 |