Eschbach, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Eschbach is a small town in Washington with a population of 235. Residents earn $56,500 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
235 Population 199/sq mi density
$56,500 Median Income $27,446 per capita
$434,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$56,500 median income, 9.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$434,600 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,500
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $434,600
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,500
Per Capita$27,446
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute18 min

Housing

C
Home Value$434,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain8.6 in/yr
Elevation1,285 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries17

Is Eschbach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eschbach receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Eschbach has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eschbach is $56,500, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eschbach is $434,600, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eschbach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Eschbach has a population of 235 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

235
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.4%
Female 62.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Eschbach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.7%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.3%
134% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Eschbach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eschbach is $56,500, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Eschbach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,500
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,446
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,385
County GDP$13,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare599
Retail708
Manufacturing248

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Eschbach is $434,600, 54% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$434,600
54% above US avg

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-Occupied86.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Eschbach, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Eschbach has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.6 inches
77% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,285 ft (392 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates46.6651°N, 120.6325°W
County FIPS53077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

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