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Cliffdell, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Cliffdell is a small town in Washington with a population of 29. Residents earn $79,688 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
29 Population 16/sq mi density
$79,688 Median Income $71,514 per capita
$117,500 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,688 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,500 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,688
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female83% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,688
Per Capita$71,514
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$432M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units73
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking12.7%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation2,491 ft (759 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute16 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries3

Is Cliffdell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cliffdell receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Cliffdell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cliffdell is $79,688, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cliffdell is $117,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cliffdell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Cliffdell has a population of 29 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

29
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 82.8%
Female 17.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cliffdell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cliffdell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cliffdell is $79,688, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Cliffdell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,688
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$71,514
Avg Weekly Wage$1,063
IRS Avg AGI$119,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$432M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare17
Retail25
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,198
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cliffdell is $117,500, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,500
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

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%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,198
77% above US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Cliffdell, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep27.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.7%
Dental Visits70.3%
Premature Death5,866/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities17
Cliffdell has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,491 ft (759 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates46.9222°N, 121.0430°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS53059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.1-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants26
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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