Kahlotus, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Kahlotus is a small town in Washington with a population of 171. Residents earn $91,042 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
171 Population 450/sq mi density
$91,042 Median Income $36,108 per capita
$164,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°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
$91,042 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,300 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,042
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $164,300
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density450/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,042
Per Capita$36,108
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$5,777M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Elevation905 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute34 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries6

Is Kahlotus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kahlotus receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Kahlotus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kahlotus is $91,042, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kahlotus is $164,300, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kahlotus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Kahlotus has a population of 171 with a density of 450 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

171
Total Population
450
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kahlotus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.7%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.3%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kahlotus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kahlotus is $91,042, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Kahlotus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,042
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,108
Avg Weekly Wage$1,101
IRS Avg AGI$68,429

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,379
County GDP$5,777M

Business (County)

Restaurants172
Healthcare180
Retail221
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,296
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kahlotus is $164,300, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,300
42% below US avg

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-Occupied88.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,296
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Kahlotus, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death6,307/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access61.6%
Healthcare Facilities180

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Kahlotus has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall13.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation905 ft (276 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density450/sq mi
Coordinates46.6432°N, 118.5561°W
County FIPS53021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.7-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 22.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density450/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities180
Restaurants172
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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