Chinook, WA

Washington

Chinook is a small town in Washington with a population of 557. Residents earn $132,792 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
557 Population 551/sq mi density
$132,792 Median Income $79,349 per capita
$331,100 Home Value $409,261 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$132,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$331,100 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,792
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $331,100
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population557
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density551/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,792
Per Capita$79,349
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,638M

Housing

A+
Home Value$331,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$409,261

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain70.3 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Chinook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chinook receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Chinook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chinook is $132,792, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Chinook among higher-income communities. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chinook is $331,100, 17% above the national median. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Chinook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 70.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Chinook has a population of 557 with a density of 551 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

557
Total Population
551
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Chinook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chinook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chinook is $132,792, which is 77% above 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.

Income: Chinook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,792
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$79,349
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$76,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$2,638M

Business (County)

Restaurants290
Healthcare144
Retail269
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,479
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Chinook is $331,100, 17% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $409,261.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$331,100
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$409,261

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,479
57% above US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Chinook, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death9,302/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.8%
Healthcare Facilities144

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Chinook has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.3 inches
85% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density551/sq mi
Coordinates46.2755°N, 123.9422°W
County FIPS41007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 11.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.8%
D 54.1%

Winner: Democrat by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density551/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities144
Restaurants290
Retail Stores269

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home17.9%

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