Washington
Forks is a small town in Washington with a population of 3,413. Residents earn $46,389 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Based on current data, Forks receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Forks has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Forks is $46,389, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Forks is $193,900, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 483 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,093 per 100,000, near the national average.
22.0% 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.
Forks experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 119.9 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 80.6% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.4% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,389 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,573 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,074 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,635 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.4% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,286 |
| County GDP | $3,825M |
| Restaurants | 232 |
| Healthcare | 218 |
| Retail | 244 |
| Manufacturing | 69 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,769 |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.98% |
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |
| Census Median | $193,900 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $333,872 |
| Median List Price | $487,500 |
| Median List Price | $487,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $305 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $878 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,769 |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.98% |
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 64.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,715/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 218 |
| Total Violent | 483.1/100K |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 107.4/100K |
| Robbery | 53.7/100K |
| Assault | 322.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,093.4/100K |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 617.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,422.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 53.7/100K |
| Arson | 53.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 119.9 inches |
| 216% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 7.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 304 ft (93 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 824/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9528°N, 124.3903°W |
| County FIPS | 53009 |
Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.0% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 824/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 218 |
| Restaurants | 232 |
| Retail Stores | 244 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |