Harrah, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Harrah is a small town in Washington with a population of 663. Residents earn $71,094 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
663 Population 2,456/sq mi density
$71,094 Median Income $28,551 per capita
$197,700 Home Value $301,512 Zillow
$1,020 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$71,094 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$197,700 home value, $1,020/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,094
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,700
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,020
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population663
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density2,456/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,094
Per Capita$28,551
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,700
Rent$1,020
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,512

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation834 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+73.4%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Libraries17

Is Harrah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrah receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Harrah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrah is $71,094, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrah is $197,700, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,020 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.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 20.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Harrah has a population of 663 with a density of 2,456 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (31.4%), with 21.6% Hispanic.

Population

663
Total Population
2,456
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only42.5%
46% below US avg
Spanish57.5%
329% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrah is $71,094, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Harrah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,094
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,551
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% 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 Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrah is $197,700, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,020 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,512.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,700
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,512

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,020
12% 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-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Harrah, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Harrah has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall20.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation834 ft (254 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,456/sq mi
Coordinates46.4061°N, 120.5410°W
County FIPS53077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% 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+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+73.4%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,456/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home5.5%

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