Median Income
$64,438
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$373,300
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$898
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Darrington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,397
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density728/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B
Median Income$64,438
Per Capita$31,343
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$61,970M
Commute29 min
Housing
B
Home Value$373,300
Rent$898
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,612
Health
Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Elevation548 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 39% / D 58%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries20
Is Darrington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Darrington receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Darrington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Darrington is $64,438, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Darrington is $373,300, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Darrington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Darrington has a population of 1,397 with a density of 728 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Darrington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Darrington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Darrington is $64,438, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Darrington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,438 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,343 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,537 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $106,757 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.0% |
| 122% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 20,620 |
| County GDP | $61,970M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,759 |
| Healthcare | 2,227 |
| Retail | 2,137 |
| Manufacturing | 769 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,839 |
| 95% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |
The median home value in Darrington is $373,300, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $898 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,612.
Home Values
| Census Median | $373,300 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $427,612 |
| Median List Price | $499,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $499,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $194 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 105.2% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $898 |
| 23% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,839 |
| 95% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
In Darrington, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Darrington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,059/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,227 |
Crime Rates: Darrington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 57 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Darrington has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 83.1 inches |
| 119% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 728/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.2588°N, 121.6078°W |
| County FIPS | 53061 |