Granger, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Granger is a small town in Washington with a population of 3,658. Residents earn $53,287 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
3,658 Population 2,114/sq mi density
$53,287 Median Income $16,468 per capita
$149,600 Home Value $305,246 Zillow
$966 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
59 Violent Crime/100K 1,604 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$53,287 median income, 12.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,600 home value, $966/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
59 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,287
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,600
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 59/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $966
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,658
Median Age21.8 yrs
Density2,114/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 29%

Economy

D
Median Income$53,287
Per Capita$16,468
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,600
Rent$966
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$305,246

Crime

F
Violent59/100K
Property1,604/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault30/100K
Burglary267/100K

Health

Obesity45.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Elevation729 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+54.6%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Libraries17

Is Granger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Granger 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. Granger has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Granger is $53,287, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Granger is $149,600, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Granger is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,604 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Granger experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Granger has a population of 3,658 with a density of 2,114 people per square mile. The median age is 21.8 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (28.9%).

Population

3,658
Total Population
2,114
People / sq mi
21.8yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Granger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only30.1%
62% below US avg
Spanish69.9%
422% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Granger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Granger is $53,287, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Granger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,287
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,468
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,385
County GDP$13,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare599
Retail708
Manufacturing248

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Granger is $149,600, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $966 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,246.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,600
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,246
Median List Price$250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$250,000
$/Sq Ft$87
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$966
17% below 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-Occupied55.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Granger, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 39.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity39.0%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress18.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599
Granger has a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,604 per 100,000 (18% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent59.4/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery29.7/100K
Assault29.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,604.3/100K
18% below US avg
Burglary267.4/100K
Theft1,069.5/100K
Vehicle Theft267.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Granger has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.3 inches
78% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation729 ft (222 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density2,114/sq mi
Coordinates46.3453°N, 120.1927°W
County FIPS53077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+54.6%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,114/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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