Carlsborg, WA

Washington

Carlsborg is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,135. Residents earn $39,239 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,135 Population 1,071/sq mi density
$39,239 Median Income $26,547 per capita
$262,500 Home Value
$1,315 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$39,239 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$262,500 home value, $1,315/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,239
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $262,500
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,315
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,135
Median Age56.1 yrs
Density1,071/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,239
Per Capita$26,547
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute16 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$262,500
Rent$1,315
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation206 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute16 min
Libraries3

Is Carlsborg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlsborg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Carlsborg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlsborg is $39,239, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlsborg is $262,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,315 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlsborg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Carlsborg has a population of 1,135 with a density of 1,071 people per square mile. The median age is 56.1 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,135
Total Population
1,071
People / sq mi
56.1yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlsborg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlsborg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlsborg is $39,239, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Carlsborg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,239
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,547
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$119,236

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,049
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare71
Retail106
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,518
201% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlsborg is $262,500, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,315 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,500
7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,315
13% 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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,518
201% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
In Carlsborg, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate65.4%
Premature Death3,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access81.5%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Carlsborg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation206 ft (63 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density1,071/sq mi
Coordinates48.0842°N, 123.1697°W
County FIPS53055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.3%
D 73.7%

Winner: Democrat by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,071/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants103
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Work from Home6.2%

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