Clarkston, WA
Full City Profile · Washington · Asotin County County
Clarkston, WA
At a Glance
How Clarkston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clarkston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clarkston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clarkston residents earn a median household income of $53,092 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,342. The unemployment rate stands at 9.6% (167% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 534 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clarkston is $216,900 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $346,964. Median rent is $877/month, with 26.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Clarkston reports 468 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,545/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in Clarkston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clarkston has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.