Malott, WA

Washington

Malott is a small town in Washington with a population of 708. Residents earn $51,658 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
708 Population 385/sq mi density
$51,658 Median Income $23,571 per capita
$314,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,658 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$314,100 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,658
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $314,100
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population708
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density385/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,658
Per Capita$23,571
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,353M
Commute14 min

Housing

B
Home Value$314,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Elevation830 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute14 min
Libraries8

Is Malott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malott receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Malott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malott is $51,658, 31% below the national average of $75,149. 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 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malott is $314,100, 11% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Malott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Malott has a population of 708 with a density of 385 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 12% Hispanic, 6.1% Black.

Population

708
Total Population
385
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Malott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Malott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malott is $51,658, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. 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 14 minutes.

Income: Malott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,658
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,571
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$63,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,627
County GDP$2,353M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare117
Retail185
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.6 min
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Malott is $314,100, 11% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$314,100
11% 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-Occupied87.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Malott, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death9,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities117

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters1,092

Safety Score

Malott has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.6 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density385/sq mi
Coordinates48.2918°N, 119.6956°W
County FIPS53047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 15 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density385/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants127
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,092

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.6 min
Work from Home25.4%

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