Longbranch, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Longbranch is a small town in Washington with a population of 4,715. Residents earn $92,109 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,715 Population 236/sq mi density
$92,109 Median Income $55,502 per capita
$382,000 Home Value $612,713 Zillow
$1,474 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$92,109 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$382,000 home value, $1,474/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,109
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $382,000
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,474
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,715
Median Age50.9 yrs
Density236/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,109
Per Capita$55,502
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute47 min

Housing

A
Home Value$382,000
Rent$1,474
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$612,713

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation112 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute47 min
Libraries9

Is Longbranch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longbranch receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Longbranch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Longbranch is $92,109, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Longbranch is $382,000, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,474 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Longbranch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Longbranch has a population of 4,715 with a density of 236 people per square mile. The median age is 50.9 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

4,715
Total Population
236
People / sq mi
50.9yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
20.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Longbranch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Longbranch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longbranch is $92,109, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Longbranch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,109
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,502
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% 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 Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.1 min
Work from Home25.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Longbranch is $382,000, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,474 (27% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $612,713.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$382,000
36% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$612,713
Median List Price$624,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$624,950
$/Sq Ft$275
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.3%
Price Drops26.7%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,474
27% 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-Occupied84.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Longbranch, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Longbranch has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area20.0 sq mi (51.8 km²)
Population Density236/sq mi
Coordinates47.2236°N, 122.7669°W
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below 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+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density236/sq mi
Total Area20.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.1 min
Work from Home25.1%

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