Index, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Index is a small town in Washington with a population of 164.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
164 Population 713/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $37,524 per capita
$481,800 Home Value $487,694 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $481,800
71% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population164
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density713/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,524
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute39 min

Housing

Home Value$481,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$487,694

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain68.3 in/yr
Elevation537 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+74.2%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute39 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries78

Is Index a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Index receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Index faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Index is $481,800, making it a premium housing market at 71% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Index experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Index has a population of 164 with a density of 713 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

164
Total Population
713
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Index vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Index vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Index is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Index vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,524
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)82,150
County GDP$477,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,697
Healthcare8,565
Retail6,042
Manufacturing1,935

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.3 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Index is $481,800, 71% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $487,694.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$481,800
71% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$487,694

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied90.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate2.11%
In Index, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity17.0%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities8,565

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Index 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 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.3 inches
80% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation537 ft (164 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density713/sq mi
Coordinates47.8213°N, 121.5559°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.5%
D 74.2%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+74.2%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density713/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.3 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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