Grayland, WA

Washington

Grayland is a small town in Washington with a population of 685. Residents earn $37,328 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
685 Population 100/sq mi density
$37,328 Median Income $36,548 per capita
$216,900 Home Value $277,528 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$37,328 median income, 8.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$216,900 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,328
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,900
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population685
Median Age62.7 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C
Median Income$37,328
Per Capita$36,548
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$3,829M
Commute18 min

Housing

B
Home Value$216,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$277,528

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain75.2 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute18 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Grayland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grayland receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Grayland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grayland is $37,328, 50% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grayland is $216,900, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Grayland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Grayland has a population of 685 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 62.7 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

685
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
62.7yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grayland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grayland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grayland is $37,328, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Grayland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,328
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,854
County GDP$3,829M

Business (County)

Restaurants246
Healthcare164
Retail246
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Grayland is $216,900, 23% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $277,528.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,900
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$277,528

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied80.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Grayland, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate64.6%
Premature Death10,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities164

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Grayland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.2 inches
98% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.7 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates46.8416°N, 124.0912°W
County FIPS53027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 45.6%

Winner: Republican by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants246
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home24.3%

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