Four Lakes, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Four Lakes is a small town in Washington with a population of 489. Residents earn $79,913 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
489 Population 158/sq mi density
$79,913 Median Income $45,185 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$79,913 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,913
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.2%
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population489
Median Age60.2 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,913
Per Capita$45,185
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$40,044M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Elevation2,572 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
CommuteN/A
Libraries19

Is Four Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Four Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Four Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Four Lakes is $79,913, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Four Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches, including 45.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Four Lakes has a population of 489 with a density of 158 people per square mile. The median age is 60.2 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

489
Total Population
158
People / sq mi
60.2yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Four Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Four Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Four Lakes is $79,913, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Four Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,913
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,185
Avg Weekly Wage$1,259
IRS Avg AGI$83,041

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,669
County GDP$40,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,237
Healthcare1,797
Retail1,585
Manufacturing523

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,236
78% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home24.3%

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,236
78% above US avg
In Four Lakes, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 16.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Four Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity16.2%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death8,070/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,797

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40
FEMA Disasters819

Safety Score

Four Lakes has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.5 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall45.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,572 ft (784 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates47.5626°N, 117.5792°W
County FIPS53063
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 44.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.2%
31% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,797
Restaurants1,237
Retail Stores1,585

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40
FEMA Disaster Declarations819

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home24.3%

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