Kapowsin, WA

Washington

Kapowsin is a small town in Washington with a population of 449. Residents earn $111,295 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
449 Population 109/sq mi density
$111,295 Median Income $69,041 per capita
$412,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$111,295 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$412,900 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

449
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.7%
Female 38.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kapowsin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kapowsin vs U.S. Average

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: Kapowsin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,236
County GDP$5,122M

Business (County)

Restaurants219
Healthcare200
Retail301
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,781
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.9 min
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kapowsin is $412,900, 46% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$412,900
46% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,781
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
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

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death9,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities200

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

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 Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates46.9684°N, 122.2230°W
County FIPS53041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities200
Restaurants219
Retail Stores301

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.9 min
Work from Home13.8%

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