Median Income
$69,583
7% lower than US avg
Home Value
$184,700
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$388
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.1%
27% lower than US avg
How Inchelium Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population397
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Veterans9.6%
Economy
B
Median Income$69,583
Per Capita$30,283
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$279M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$184,700
Rent$388
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$262,989
Rent Burden26.4%
Health
Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Elevation2,906 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband76.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries2
Is Inchelium a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Inchelium receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Inchelium offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Inchelium is $69,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Inchelium is $184,700, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $388 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.9% 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
Inchelium experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Inchelium has a population of 397 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (67.5%), with 11.3% White.
Population
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Inchelium vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.8% |
| 49% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Inchelium vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Inchelium is $69,583, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Inchelium vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,583 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,283 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,991 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.0% |
| 317% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 271 |
| County GDP | $279M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,383 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
The median home value in Inchelium is $184,700, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $388 (67% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,989.
Home Values
| Census Median | $184,700 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $262,989 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $388 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.4% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,383 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
In Inchelium, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Inchelium vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 14.8% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.1% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.2% |
| Premature Death | 13,026/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Inchelium vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
Safety Score
Inchelium has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 19.9 inches |
| 48% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 43.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,906 ft (886 m) |
| Area | 26.4 sq mi (68.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3637°N, 118.2456°W |
| County FIPS | 53019 |