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Herron Island, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Herron Island is a small town in Washington with a population of 106. Residents earn $83,641 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
106 Population 221/sq mi density
$83,641 Median Income $59,429 per capita
$473,100 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,641 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$473,100 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,641
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $473,100
68% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.5%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age69.6 yrs
Density221/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans21.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,641
Per Capita$59,429
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$18,349M

Housing

B
Home Value$473,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units333
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking13.4%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.5%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+20.5%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Broadband65.0%
Libraries9

Is Herron Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herron Island receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, high obesity rates. Herron Island stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herron Island is $83,641, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Herron Island is $473,100, making it a premium housing market at 68% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Herron Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Herron Island has a population of 106 with a density of 221 people per square mile. The median age is 69.6 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

106
Total Population
221
People / sq mi
69.6yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.3%
Female 37.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Herron Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Herron Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herron Island is $83,641, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Herron Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,641
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,429
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,739
County GDP$18,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants580
Healthcare720
Retail705
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Herron Island is $473,100, 68% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$473,100
68% above US avg
Median List Price$317,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$317,000
$/Sq Ft$451
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.5%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units333
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Herron Island, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Herron Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,483
Dentists1:1,262
Mental Health1:205
Checkup Rate68.3%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities720
Herron Island has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 240 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density221/sq mi
Coordinates47.2675°N, 122.8320°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 42.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.9-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.5%
26% above US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+20.5%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density221/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

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