Hazel Dell, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Hazel Dell is a small city in Washington with a population of 23,086. Residents earn $78,958 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
23,086 Population 4,780/sq mi density
$78,958 Median Income $40,381 per capita
$424,500 Home Value
$1,665 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$78,958 median income, 4.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$424,500 home value, $1,665/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,958
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $424,500
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,665
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population23,086
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density4,780/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,958
Per Capita$40,381
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$33,425M
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$424,500
Rent$1,665
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Elevation224 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 52%
Commute24 min
Libraries10

Is Hazel Dell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hazel Dell receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Hazel Dell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hazel Dell is $78,958, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hazel Dell is $424,500, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,665 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hazel Dell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Hazel Dell has a population of 23,086 with a density of 4,780 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%), with 4% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

23,086
Total Population
4,780
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hazel Dell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hazel Dell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hazel Dell is $78,958, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hazel Dell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,958
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,381
Avg Weekly Wage$1,398
IRS Avg AGI$98,017

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,322
County GDP$33,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants903
Healthcare1,402
Retail1,062
Manufacturing427

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,201
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hazel Dell is $424,500, 51% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,665 (43% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$424,500
51% above US avg
Median List Price$498,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$498,000
$/Sq Ft$305
Homes Sold16
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops37.1%
Inventory35

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,665
43% above 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-Occupied55.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,201
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Hazel Dell, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hazel Dell vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate66.8%
Premature Death6,422/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,402

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Hazel Dell has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.3 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation224 ft (68 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density4,780/sq mi
Coordinates45.6819°N, 122.6527°W
County FIPS53011
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.1%
D 52.1%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,780/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,402
Restaurants903
Retail Stores1,062

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home17.1%

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