Median Income
$111,295
48% higher than US avg
Home Value
$412,900
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Kapowsin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population449
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A+
Median Income$111,295
Per Capita$69,041
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,122M
Commute47 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$412,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Elevation644 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute47 min
Libraries6
Is Kapowsin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kapowsin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Kapowsin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kapowsin is $111,295, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Kapowsin among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kapowsin is $412,900, 46% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Kapowsin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Kapowsin has a population of 449 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).
Population
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Kapowsin is $111,295, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $111,295 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $69,041 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,129 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,906 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,236 |
| County GDP | $5,122M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 219 |
| Healthcare | 200 |
| Retail | 301 |
| Manufacturing | 99 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,781 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 46.9 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
The median home value in Kapowsin is $412,900, 46% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $412,900 |
| 46% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $163 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,781 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.16% |
In Kapowsin, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kapowsin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.6% |
| Depression | 29.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,177/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 200 |
Crime Rates: Kapowsin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Kapowsin has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
38°F Jan (4°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 644 ft (196 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9684°N, 122.2230°W |
| County FIPS | 53041 |