Washington
Colton is a small town in Washington with a population of 291. Residents earn $97,188 per year, which is 29% above the national average.
Based on current data, Colton receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Colton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Colton is $97,188, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Colton is $302,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Colton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 46.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Colton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 94.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $97,188 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,220 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,171 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,066 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 70 |
| County GDP | $221M |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 7 |
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |
| Census Median | $302,900 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $382,909 |
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.9% |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 89.8% |
| Obesity | 28.9% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.4% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,097/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 17.5 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,563 ft (781 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 469/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.5675°N, 117.1284°W |
| County FIPS | 53023 |
Winner: Republican by 47.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 46.6% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 469/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 85.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 7 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 21.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |