Lebam, WA

Washington

Lebam is a small town in Washington with a population of 343. Residents earn $42,917 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
343 Population 235/sq mi density
$42,917 Median Income $31,980 per capita
$155,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$42,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$155,200 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,917
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age57.9 yrs
Density235/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,917
Per Capita$31,980
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$1,033M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain83.7 in/yr
Elevation212 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute17 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries5

Is Lebam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebam receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lebam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lebam is $42,917, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lebam is $155,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lebam experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 83.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Lebam has a population of 343 with a density of 235 people per square mile. The median age is 57.9 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

343
Total Population
235
People / sq mi
57.9yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.1%
Female 39.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lebam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lebam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lebam is $42,917, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Lebam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,917
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,980
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$66,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)691
County GDP$1,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare38
Retail78
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lebam is $155,200, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,200
45% below 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)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Lebam, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lebam vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate59.9%
Premature Death10,076/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access55.0%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lebam has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 83.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.7 inches
120% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation212 ft (65 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates46.5641°N, 123.5509°W
County FIPS53049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density235/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants102
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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