Harrington, WA

Washington

Harrington is a small town in Washington with a population of 446. Residents earn $38,258 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
446 Population 1,144/sq mi density
$38,258 Median Income $26,158 per capita
$242,600 Home Value
$1,034 Median Rent 41.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$38,258 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$242,600 home value, $1,034/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,258
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $242,600
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,034
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population446
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density1,144/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,258
Per Capita$26,158
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$685M
Commute20 min

Housing

B
Home Value$242,600
Rent$1,034
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden41.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation2,144 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Libraries6

Is Harrington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrington receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Harrington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrington is $38,258, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrington is $242,600, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,034 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches, including 23.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Harrington has a population of 446 with a density of 1,144 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 7.6% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

446
Total Population
1,144
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrington is $38,258, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Harrington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,258
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,158
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$73,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)451
County GDP$685M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare14
Retail40
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrington is $242,600, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,034 (11% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,600
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,034
11% below US avg
Rent Burden41.0%

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-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Harrington, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death7,269/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access36.7%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Harrington has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall23.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,144 ft (653 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Coordinates47.4802°N, 118.2553°W
County FIPS53043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home11.8%

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