Median Income
$27,917
63% lower than US avg
Home Value
$119,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
50.0%
303% higher than US avg
How Camas Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population40
Median Age68.3 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans40.0%
Economy
F
Median Income$27,917
Per Capita$17,698
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute38 min
Housing
A
Home Value$119,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation2,825 ft (861 m)
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute38 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries3
Is Camas a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Camas receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Camas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Camas is $27,917, 63% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Camas is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Camas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Camas has a population of 40 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 68.3 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.5%), with 27.5% Hispanic.
Population
68.3yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Camas is $27,917, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,917 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,698 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.0% |
| 317% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 50.0% |
| 303% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,300 |
| County GDP | $1,355M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 38.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
The median home value in Camas is $119,600, 58% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $119,600 |
| 58% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.97% |
In Camas, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Camas vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 19.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 56.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 52.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
Camas has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.7 inches |
| 59% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,825 ft (861 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6179°N, 114.6560°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County FIPS | 30047 |