Curlew, WA

Washington

Curlew is a small town in Washington with a population of 135. Residents earn $99,167 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
135 Population 178/sq mi density
$99,167 Median Income $33,995 per capita
$195,200 Home Value $266,782 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$99,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,200 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,167
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $195,200
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age24.6 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,167
Per Capita$33,995
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$279M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,782

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Elevation1,795 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband36.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Curlew a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Curlew receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Curlew stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Curlew is $99,167, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Curlew among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Curlew is $195,200, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.7% 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

Curlew has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches, including 52.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Curlew has a population of 135 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 24.6 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

135
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
24.6yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Curlew vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Curlew vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Curlew is $99,167, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Curlew vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,167
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,995
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$55,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)271
County GDP$279M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare13
Retail20
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone48.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Curlew is $195,200, 31% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,782.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,200
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,782

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Curlew, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma13.2%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death13,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Curlew has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall52.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,795 ft (547 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates48.8777°N, 118.6045°W
County FIPS53019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.7%
18% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants22
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone48.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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