Fall City, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Fall City is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,743. Residents earn $144,625 per year, which is 92% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,743 Population 614/sq mi density
$144,625 Median Income $65,073 per capita
$837,100 Home Value $1,181,229 Zillow
$1,781 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$144,625 median income, 2.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$837,100 home value, $1,781/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $144,625
92% higher than US avg
Home Value $837,100
197% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.9%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,781
53% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.3%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,743
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density614/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$144,625
Per Capita$65,073
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute30 min

Housing

B
Home Value$837,100
Rent$1,781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,181,229

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain63.3 in/yr
Elevation124 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.9%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute30 min
EV Stations1
Libraries78

Is Fall City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fall City 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, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Fall City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fall City is $144,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 92% above $75,149. This places Fall City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fall City is $837,100, making it a premium housing market at 197% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,781 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fall City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Fall City has a population of 1,743 with a density of 614 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

1,743
Total Population
614
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fall City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fall City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fall City is $144,625, which is 92% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Fall City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$144,625
92% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,073
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home38.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fall City is $837,100, 197% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,781 (53% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,181,229.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$837,100
197% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,181,229
Median List Price$869,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$869,000
$/Sq Ft$602
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,781
53% above 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

Owner-Occupied77.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Fall City, 23.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 12.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fall City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.3%
27% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity12.6%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Fall City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.3 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation124 ft (38 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density614/sq mi
Coordinates47.5694°N, 121.9137°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.5%
D 74.2%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.9%
42% above US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density614/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home38.1%

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