Cosmopolis, WA

Washington

Cosmopolis is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,301. Residents earn $80,132 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,301 Population 1,655/sq mi density
$80,132 Median Income $32,341 per capita
$280,700 Home Value $322,552 Zillow
$913 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$80,132 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$280,700 home value, $913/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,132
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $280,700
0% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,301
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,655/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,132
Per Capita$32,341
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,033M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$280,700
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$322,552

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property3,086/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary189/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain84.9 in/yr
Elevation24 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute21 min
Libraries5

Is Cosmopolis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cosmopolis receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cosmopolis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cosmopolis is $80,132, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cosmopolis is $280,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cosmopolis 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 3,086 per 100,000, 57% above the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cosmopolis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 84.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Cosmopolis has a population of 2,301 with a density of 1,655 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,301
Total Population
1,655
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cosmopolis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cosmopolis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cosmopolis is $80,132, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Cosmopolis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,132
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,341
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$66,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)691
County GDP$1,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare38
Retail78
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cosmopolis is $280,700, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,552.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,700
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$322,552
Median List Price$330,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$330,000
$/Sq Ft$287
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% 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-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Cosmopolis, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate65.7%
Premature Death10,076/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access55.0%
Healthcare Facilities38
Cosmopolis has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,086 per 100,000 (57% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,085.6/100K
57% above US avg
Burglary188.9/100K
Theft2,896.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Cosmopolis has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 84.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.9 inches
124% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation24 ft (7 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,655/sq mi
Coordinates46.9543°N, 123.7729°W
County FIPS53049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,655/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants102
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home1.3%

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