Freeland, WA

Washington

Freeland is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,966. Residents earn $90,945 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,966 Population 507/sq mi density
$90,945 Median Income $51,344 per capita
$493,400 Home Value $728,882 Zillow
$1,424 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,945 median income, 2.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$493,400 home value, $1,424/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,945
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $493,400
75% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,424
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,966
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density507/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,945
Per Capita$51,344
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute31 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$493,400
Rent$1,424
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$728,882

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Elevation232 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Freeland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Freeland receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Freeland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Freeland is $90,945, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Freeland is $493,400, making it a premium housing market at 75% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,424 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Freeland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Freeland has a population of 1,966 with a density of 507 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 6% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

1,966
Total Population
507
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Freeland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Freeland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Freeland is $90,945, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Freeland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,945
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,344
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$92,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$4,664M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare188
Retail230
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Work from Home23.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Freeland is $493,400, 75% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,424 (22% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $728,882.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$493,400
75% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$728,882
Median List Price$707,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$707,500
$/Sq Ft$397
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops44.4%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,424
22% 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-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Freeland, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 12.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity12.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities188

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Freeland has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.1 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation232 ft (71 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density507/sq mi
Coordinates48.0282°N, 122.5499°W
County FIPS53029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.36
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density507/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants163
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Work from Home23.1%

Nearby Cities

Compare Freeland with another city: