Lake McMurray, WA

Washington

Lake McMurray is a small town in Washington with a population of 533.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
533 Population 386/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $46,978 per capita
$291,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $291,700
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population533
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density386/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,978
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$291,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Elevation235 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute26 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Lake McMurray a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake McMurray receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Lake McMurray has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake McMurray is $291,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake McMurray experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Lake McMurray has a population of 533 with a density of 386 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

533
Total Population
386
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake McMurray vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lake McMurray vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake McMurray is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lake McMurray vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,978
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$92,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$4,664M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare188
Retail230
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone95.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake McMurray is $291,700, 3% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,700
3% above 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Lake McMurray, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 13.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake McMurray vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure23.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity13.4%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate62.2%
Premature Death5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities188

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lake McMurray has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation235 ft (72 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates48.3193°N, 122.2333°W
County FIPS53029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density386/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants163
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone95.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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