Easton, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Easton is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,046. Residents earn $115,836 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,046 Population 326/sq mi density
$115,836 Median Income $35,994 per capita
$793,800 Home Value $391,498 Zillow
$1,917 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$115,836 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$793,800 home value, $1,917/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,836
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $793,800
182% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.6%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,917
65% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,046
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density326/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,836
Per Capita$35,994
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute66 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$793,800
Rent$1,917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$391,498
Rent Burden35.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation2,122 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.6%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute66 min
Broadband80.5%
Libraries78

Is Easton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Easton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Easton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Easton is $115,836, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Easton among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Easton is $793,800, making it a premium housing market at 182% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,917 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Easton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Easton has a population of 1,046 with a density of 326 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,046
Total Population
326
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.2%
Female 39.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Easton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Easton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Easton is $115,836, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes.

Income: Easton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,836
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,994
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)82,150
County GDP$477,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,697
Healthcare8,565
Retail6,042
Manufacturing1,935

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time66.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Easton is $793,800, 182% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,917 (65% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$793,800
182% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$391,498

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,917
65% above US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

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-Occupied89.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In Easton, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities8,565

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Easton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,122 ft (647 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density326/sq mi
Coordinates47.2327°N, 121.1595°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.5%
D 74.2%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.6%
3% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.36
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density326/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute66.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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