Central Park, WA

Washington

Central Park is a small town in Washington with a population of 3,203. Residents earn $97,273 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
3,203 Population 910/sq mi density
$97,273 Median Income $42,843 per capita
$313,300 Home Value
$1,108 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,273 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$313,300 home value, $1,108/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,273
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $313,300
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,108
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,203
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density910/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,273
Per Capita$42,843
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,033M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$313,300
Rent$1,108
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain84.9 in/yr
Elevation121 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute23 min
Libraries5

Is Central Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Park receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Central Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Park is $97,273, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Park is $313,300, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Central Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 84.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Central Park has a population of 3,203 with a density of 910 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

3,203
Total Population
910
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Central Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Park is $97,273, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Central Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,273
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,843
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$66,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)691
County GDP$1,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare38
Retail78
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Park is $313,300, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$313,300
11% above US avg
Median List Price$462,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$462,500
$/Sq Ft$134
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,108
5% below 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-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Central Park, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Central Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death10,076/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access55.0%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Central Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 84.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.9 inches
124% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density910/sq mi
Coordinates46.9718°N, 123.7023°W
County FIPS53049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.6%
27% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density910/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants102
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home9.3%

Nearby Cities

Compare Central Park with another city: