Kettle Falls, WA
Full City Profile · Washington · Ferry County County
Kettle Falls, WA
At a Glance
How Kettle Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kettle Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kettle Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kettle Falls residents earn a median household income of $49,750 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,131. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 271 business establishments, including 22 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kettle Falls is $215,100 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $278,425. Median rent is $807/month, with 32.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Kettle Falls reports 120 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,082/100K.
Education
19.6% of adults in Kettle Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kettle Falls has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches.