Granite Falls, WA
Full City Profile · Washington · Snohomish County County
Granite Falls, WA
At a Glance
How Granite Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Granite Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Granite Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Granite Falls residents earn a median household income of $100,720 , which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,101. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 20,620 business establishments, including 1,759 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Granite Falls is $519,800 , 84% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $579,182. Median rent is $1,725/month, with 30.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1996.
Safety & Crime
Granite Falls reports 142 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,034/100K.
Education
22.9% of adults in Granite Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Granite Falls has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.