East Cathlamet, WA

Washington

East Cathlamet is a small town in Washington with a population of 667.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
667 Population 390/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $30,246 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.2%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population667
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,246
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty27.2%
County GDP$133M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Elevation375 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is East Cathlamet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Cathlamet receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. East Cathlamet has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 27.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

13.1% 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

East Cathlamet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

East Cathlamet has a population of 667 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

667
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

East Cathlamet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Cathlamet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Cathlamet is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: East Cathlamet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,246
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$73,181

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.2%
119% above US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$133M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare3
Retail12
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied96.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg
In East Cathlamet, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Cathlamet vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma12.5%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate67.9%
Premature Death6,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

East Cathlamet has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.7 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation375 ft (114 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates46.1983°N, 123.3600°W
County FIPS53069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants11
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home4.1%

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