Malone, WA

Washington

Malone is a small town in Washington with a population of 338. Residents earn $104,792 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
338 Population 37/sq mi density
$104,792 Median Income $35,882 per capita
$350,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$104,792 median income, 18.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$350,000 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,792
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $350,000
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.6%
417% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population338
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$104,792
Per Capita$35,882
Unemployment18.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,033M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$350,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain72.0 in/yr
Elevation274 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+71.1%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute21 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries5

Is Malone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malone receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Malone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malone is $104,792, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Malone among higher-income communities. At 18.6%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Malone is $350,000, 24% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Malone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 72.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Malone has a population of 338 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

338
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Malone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Malone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malone is $104,792, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Malone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,792
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,882
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$66,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.6%
417% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Malone is $350,000, 24% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$350,000
24% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$268
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

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 Rate1.48%
In Malone, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death10,076/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Malone has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 72.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.0 inches
90% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation274 ft (84 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.4 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates46.9842°N, 123.2966°W
County FIPS53049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin. 100.0% 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+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+71.1%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants102
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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