Clallam Bay, WA

Washington

Clallam Bay is a small town in Washington with a population of 709. Residents earn $40,000 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
709 Population 1,244/sq mi density
$40,000 Median Income $23,092 per capita
$279,400 Home Value
$925 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$40,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$279,400 home value, $925/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,000
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $279,400
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population709
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,244/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,000
Per Capita$23,092
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$3,825M
Commute19 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$279,400
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain119.9 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Clallam Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clallam Bay receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Clallam Bay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clallam Bay is $40,000, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clallam Bay is $279,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Clallam Bay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 119.9 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Clallam Bay has a population of 709 with a density of 1,244 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.3%), with 15.1% Hispanic.

Population

709
Total Population
1,244
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Clallam Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clallam Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clallam Bay is $40,000, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Clallam Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,000
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,092
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$77,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,286
County GDP$3,825M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare218
Retail244
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,769
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Clallam Bay is $279,400, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,400
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

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-Occupied33.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,769
65% above US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Clallam Bay, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clallam Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma12.8%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate60.9%
Premature Death8,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities218

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Clallam Bay has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 119.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall119.9 inches
216% above US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,244/sq mi
Coordinates48.2535°N, 124.2578°W
County FIPS53009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.7%
D 52.6%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,244/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities218
Restaurants232
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home7.6%

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