Mabton, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Mabton is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,481. Residents earn $54,722 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,481 Population 2,954/sq mi density
$54,722 Median Income $16,666 per capita
$172,200 Home Value $273,457 Zillow
$942 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
434 Violent Crime/100K 1,779 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$54,722 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$172,200 home value, $942/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
434 violent crimes/100K (14% above avg)
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,722
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,200
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 434/100K
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.1%
135% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,481
Median Age23.4 yrs
Density2,954/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,722
Per Capita$16,666
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty29.1%
County GDP$16,919M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,200
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,457

Crime

F
Violent434/100K
Property1,779/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault390/100K
Burglary304/100K

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain8.7 in/yr
Elevation712 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+49.3%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute29 min
Libraries6

Is Mabton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mabton receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mabton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mabton is $54,722, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mabton is $172,200, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 434 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,779 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mabton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Mabton has a population of 2,481 with a density of 2,954 people per square mile. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (21.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,481
Total Population
2,954
People / sq mi
23.4yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mabton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only15.4%
80% below US avg
Spanish84.6%
531% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mabton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mabton is $54,722, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Mabton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,722
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,666
Avg Weekly Wage$1,362
IRS Avg AGI$87,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.1%
135% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,416
County GDP$16,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants479
Healthcare684
Retail596
Manufacturing164

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,091
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mabton is $172,200, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,457.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,200
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,457

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below 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-Occupied53.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,091
45% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Mabton, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 39.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes17.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity39.5%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.6%
Checkup Rate65.7%
Premature Death7,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities684
Mabton has a violent crime rate of 434 per 100,000 residents, 14% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,779 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent433.8/100K
14% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery43.4/100K
Assault390.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,778.7/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary303.7/100K
Theft997.8/100K
Vehicle Theft477.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mabton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.7 inches
77% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density2,954/sq mi
Coordinates46.2115°N, 119.9939°W
County FIPS53005
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.6%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+49.3%
School Test Score5.36
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,954/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities684
Restaurants479
Retail Stores596

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home4.2%

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