Colville, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Colville is a small town in Washington with a population of 4,979. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,979 Population 1,611/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $36,783 per capita
$247,800 Home Value $327,804 Zillow
$878 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
107 Violent Crime/100K 2,443 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 1.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$247,800 home value, $878/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
107 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $247,800
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 107/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,979
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density1,611/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$36,783
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,754M
Commute15 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$247,800
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,804

Crime

F
Violent107/100K
Property2,443/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault107/100K
Burglary236/100K

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Elevation1,643 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute15 min
EV Stations5
Libraries7

Is Colville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Colville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colville is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colville is $247,800, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Colville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 107 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,443 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.

Education

28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Colville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Colville has a population of 4,979 with a density of 1,611 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

4,979
Total Population
1,611
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Colville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Colville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colville is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Colville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,783
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$69,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,025
County GDP$1,754M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare91
Retail111
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,305
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Colville is $247,800, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,804.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,800
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$327,804
Median List Price$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,000
$/Sq Ft$193
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops21.4%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$878
25% below US avg

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-Occupied57.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,305
23% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Colville, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma12.6%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate67.4%
Premature Death9,095/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities91
Colville has a violent crime rate of 107 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,443 per 100,000 (25% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent107.2/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault107.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,443.2/100K
25% above US avg
Burglary235.8/100K
Theft2,014.6/100K
Vehicle Theft192.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Colville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.9 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,643 ft (501 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Coordinates48.5454°N, 117.8985°W
County FIPS53065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.2%
16% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants84
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Work from Home13.8%

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