Chelan Falls, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Chelan Falls is a small town in Washington with a population of 141. Residents earn $32,143 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
141 Population 504/sq mi density
$32,143 Median Income $23,640 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$32,143 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,143
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density504/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,143
Per Capita$23,640
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,850M
Commute13 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Elevation776 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+74.1%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute13 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries3

Is Chelan Falls a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chelan Falls is $32,143, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Chelan Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Chelan Falls has a population of 141 with a density of 504 people per square mile. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.4%).

Population

141
Total Population
504
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.9%
Female 24.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Chelan Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.9%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.1%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chelan Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chelan Falls is $32,143, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Chelan Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,143
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,640
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$72,977

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,148
County GDP$2,850M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare65
Retail92
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,588
60% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.2 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,588
60% above US avg
In Chelan Falls, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chelan Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Checkup Rate66.9%
Premature Death5,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities65

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Chelan Falls has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation776 ft (237 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density504/sq mi
Coordinates47.7994°N, 119.9883°W
County FIPS53017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 27 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+74.1%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density504/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants65
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.2 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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