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Cougar, WA

Washington · Cowlitz County · Metropolitan Area

Cougar is a small town in Washington with a population of 32.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
32 Population 55/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 226 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population32
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,231M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$309,498
Housing Units26
Rent Burden30.1%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking13.9%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain115.3 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation575 ft (175 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband32.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Cougar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cougar receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cougar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cougar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 115.3 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Cougar has a population of 32 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

32
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Cougar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cougar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cougar is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cougar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,300
IRS Avg AGI$77,507

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,712
County GDP$7,231M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare246
Retail326
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,997
43% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$309,498

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.1%

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 Units26
Median Year Built1999

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,997
43% above US avg
In Cougar, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma12.4%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,799
Dentists1:1,722
Mental Health1:175
Checkup Rate65.8%
Dental Visits52.7%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities246
Cougar has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 115.3 inches. The area enjoys 226 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall115.3 inches
203% above US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation575 ft (175 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates46.0493°N, 122.3034°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyCowlitz County County
County FIPS53015
Cougar is located in Cowlitz County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 19.9-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyCowlitz County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities246
Restaurants230
Retail Stores326

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

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