Median Income
$63,182
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$166,500
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$931
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.8%
61% lower than US avg
How Klickitat Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population456
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,182
Per Capita$25,596
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,795M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$166,500
Rent$931
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.1%
Health
Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI17 (Good)
Elevation690 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+87.4%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute32 min
Libraries3
Is Klickitat a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Klickitat receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Klickitat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Klickitat is $63,182, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Klickitat is $166,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Klickitat experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.
Klickitat has a population of 456 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Klickitat vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Klickitat vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Klickitat is $63,182, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Klickitat vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,182 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,596 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,004 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,421 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,494 |
| County GDP | $1,795M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 135 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 67 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,161 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
The median home value in Klickitat is $166,500, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $931 (20% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $166,500 |
| 41% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $931 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 29.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $921 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,018 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,602 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,825 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,161 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.10% |
In Klickitat, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Klickitat vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,187/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 135 |
Crime Rates: Klickitat vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Klickitat has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 17.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 95.3% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Geography
| Elevation | 690 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 485/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8180°N, 121.1626°W |
| County FIPS | 41027 |