George, WA

Washington

George is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,136. Residents earn $55,781 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,136 Population 823/sq mi density
$55,781 Median Income $17,609 per capita
$167,000 Home Value
$833 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,781 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,000 home value, $833/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
1.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,781
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,136
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density823/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,781
Per Capita$17,609
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$8,583M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,000
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+55.2%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute17 min
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is George a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, George receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. George offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in George is $55,781, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in George is $167,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

George experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

George has a population of 1,136 with a density of 823 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (24.9%).

Population

1,136
Total Population
823
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

George vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only23.7%
70% below US avg
Spanish76.3%
469% above US avg

Social Characteristics

George vs U.S. Average

The median household income in George is $55,781, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: George vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,781
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,609
Avg Weekly Wage$1,222
IRS Avg AGI$63,521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,694
County GDP$8,583M

Business (County)

Restaurants233
Healthcare186
Retail290
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in George is $167,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,000
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

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-Occupied20.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In George, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death8,460/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities186

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

George has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.5 inches
80% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density823/sq mi
Coordinates47.0831°N, 119.8617°W
County FIPS53025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 37.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.9%
94% below US avg
High School+55.2%
School Test Score5.36
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density823/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants233
Retail Stores290

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home3.0%

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