Coupeville, WA

Washington

Coupeville is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,934. Residents earn $66,696 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,934 Population 1,523/sq mi density
$66,696 Median Income $43,208 per capita
$495,400 Home Value $622,347 Zillow
$1,009 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
108 Violent Crime/100K 1,295 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$66,696 median income, 1.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$495,400 home value, $1,009/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
108 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,696
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $495,400
76% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 108/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,009
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,934
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density1,523/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,696
Per Capita$43,208
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute23 min

Housing

C
Home Value$495,400
Rent$1,009
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$622,347

Crime

F
Violent108/100K
Property1,295/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault108/100K
Burglary432/100K

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Elevation29 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Coupeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coupeville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Coupeville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coupeville is $66,696, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coupeville is $495,400, making it a premium housing market at 76% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,009 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Coupeville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,295 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Coupeville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Coupeville has a population of 1,934 with a density of 1,523 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

1,934
Total Population
1,523
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Coupeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coupeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coupeville is $66,696, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Coupeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,696
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,208
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$92,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$4,664M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare188
Retail230
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home19.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Coupeville is $495,400, 76% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,009 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $622,347.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$495,400
76% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$622,347
Median List Price$669,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$669,000
$/Sq Ft$366
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,009
13% 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-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Coupeville, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities188
Coupeville has a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,295 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent107.9/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault107.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,295.2/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary431.7/100K
Theft809.5/100K
Vehicle Theft54.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Coupeville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation29 ft (9 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Coordinates48.2188°N, 122.6795°W
County FIPS53029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants163
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home19.8%

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