Larch Way, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Larch Way is a small town in Washington with a population of 4,046. Residents earn $141,429 per year, which is 88% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
4,046 Population 3,645/sq mi density
$141,429 Median Income $64,122 per capita
$796,100 Home Value
$2,275 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$141,429 median income, 1.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$796,100 home value, $2,275/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $141,429
88% higher than US avg
Home Value $796,100
182% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.3%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,275
96% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.7%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Larch Way Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,046
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density3,645/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 45%

Economy

A+
Median Income$141,429
Per Capita$64,122
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute31 min

Housing

B
Home Value$796,100
Rent$2,275
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.3%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute31 min
Libraries9

Is Larch Way a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Larch Way receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Larch Way stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Larch Way is $141,429, which is significantly higher than the national average — 88% above $75,149. This places Larch Way among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Larch Way is $796,100, making it a premium housing market at 182% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,275 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Larch Way experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Larch Way has a population of 4,046 with a density of 3,645 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.4%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

4,046
Total Population
3,645
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Larch Way vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.2%
27% below US avg
Spanish42.8%
219% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Larch Way vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Larch Way is $141,429, which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Larch Way vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$141,429
88% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,122
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,739
County GDP$18,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants580
Healthcare720
Retail705
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Work from Home25.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Larch Way is $796,100, 182% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,275 (96% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$796,100
182% above US avg
Median List Price$884,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$884,950
$/Sq Ft$446
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops42.9%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,275
96% above US avg

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-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Larch Way, 26.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Larch Way vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.7%
17% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities720

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Larch Way has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density3,645/sq mi
Coordinates47.8429°N, 122.2527°W
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.3%
28% above US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,645/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Work from Home25.5%

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