Indianola, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Indianola is a small town in Washington with a population of 3,517. Residents earn $95,469 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,517 Population 669/sq mi density
$95,469 Median Income $50,822 per capita
$478,100 Home Value $670,136 Zillow
$1,415 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$95,469 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$478,100 home value, $1,415/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,469
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $478,100
70% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.3%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,415
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,517
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density669/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,469
Per Capita$50,822
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute38 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$478,100
Rent$1,415
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$670,136

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation393 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.3%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute38 min
Libraries9

Is Indianola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indianola receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Indianola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indianola is $95,469, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indianola is $478,100, making it a premium housing market at 70% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,415 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Indianola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Indianola has a population of 3,517 with a density of 669 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

3,517
Total Population
669
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Indianola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Indianola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indianola is $95,469, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Indianola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,469
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,822
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Work from Home19.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Indianola is $478,100, 70% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,415 (22% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $670,136.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$478,100
70% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$670,136
Median List Price$525,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$525,000
$/Sq Ft$369
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops75.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,415
22% 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-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Indianola, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 15.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity15.0%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities720

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Indianola has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation393 ft (120 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density669/sq mi
Coordinates47.7553°N, 122.5115°W
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.3%
20% above US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density669/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.7 min
Work from Home19.5%

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