Washington
Goldendale is a small town in Washington with a population of 3,458. Residents earn $41,621 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, Goldendale receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Goldendale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Goldendale is $41,621, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Goldendale is $194,100, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $892 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Goldendale is below the national average at 173 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,985 per 100,000, 103% above the national average.
14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Goldendale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches, including 26.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,621 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,691 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,250 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,239 |
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.7% |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 819 |
| County GDP | $2,329M |
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,320 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.74% |
| Commute Time | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
| Census Median | $194,100 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $306,185 |
| Census Median Rent | $892 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,663 |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,320 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.74% |
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.9% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 66.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,486/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Total Violent | 173.3/100K |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 173.3/100K |
| Total Property | 3,985.0/100K |
| 103% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 981.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,801.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 202.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 16.5 inches |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 26.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,639 ft (500 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,168/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8191°N, 120.8234°W |
| County FIPS | 53039 |
Winner: Republican by 9.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.9% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,168/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Retail Stores | 52 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |