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Malo, WA

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Malo is a small town in Washington with a population of 36.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
36 Population 300/sq mi density
$300,000 Home Value $286,734 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population36
Median Age68.6 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans36.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$60,061
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$279M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$300,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,734
Housing Units13
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation2,174 ft (663 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries2

Is Malo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malo receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Malo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malo is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Malo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches, including 52.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Malo has a population of 36 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 68.6 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

36
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
68.6yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Malo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Malo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Malo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$60,061
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$55,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)271
County GDP$279M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare13
Retail20
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Malo is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,734.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,734

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.4%

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%
Housing Units13

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
Malo has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall52.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,174 ft (663 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates48.7997°N, 118.6120°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS53019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants22
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Republic, WA 1,043 pop · 11.8 mi Kootenay Boundary D / Rural Grand Forks, BC 3,226 pop · 14.7 mi Central Kootenay I, BC 2,607 pop · 17.0 mi Grand Forks, BC 4,112 pop · 18.0 mi Christina Lake, BC 1,329 pop · 24.7 mi Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary, BC 3,004 pop · 24.8 mi Kettle Falls, WA 1,703 pop · 28.4 mi Colville, WA 4,979 pop · 37.0 mi Oroville, WA 1,686 pop · 38.5 mi Okanagan-Similkameen A, BC 2,139 pop · 41.1 mi Osoyoos, BC 1,426 pop · 41.4 mi Rossland, BC 4,140 pop · 41.6 mi Warfield, BC 1,753 pop · 44.3 mi Kootenay Boundary B / Lower Columbia-Old-Glory, BC 1,422 pop · 45.8 mi
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