Lower Elochoman, WA

Washington

Lower Elochoman is a small town in Washington with a population of 235.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
235 Population 156/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $38,554 per capita
$448,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $448,400
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,554
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$133M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$448,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Elevation117 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries1

Is Lower Elochoman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lower Elochoman receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, high obesity rates. Lower Elochoman faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lower Elochoman is $448,400, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lower Elochoman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Lower Elochoman has a population of 235 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).

Population

235
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%
Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lower Elochoman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lower Elochoman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lower Elochoman is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Lower Elochoman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,554
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$73,181

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$133M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare3
Retail12
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lower Elochoman is $448,400, 59% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,400
59% 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)$4,483
28% above US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Lower Elochoman, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lower Elochoman vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma13.3%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression31.2%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death6,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lower Elochoman has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.7 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation117 ft (36 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates46.2185°N, 123.3698°W
County FIPS53069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.36
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants11
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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