Mansfield, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Mansfield is a small town in Washington with a population of 344. Residents earn $57,143 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
344 Population 1,075/sq mi density
$57,143 Median Income $27,746 per capita
$171,500 Home Value $226,705 Zillow
$394 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$57,143 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$171,500 home value, $394/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,143
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,500
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $394
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population344
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density1,075/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,143
Per Capita$27,746
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$2,850M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,500
Rent$394
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,705
Rent Burden27.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Elevation2,263 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute21 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries3

Is Mansfield a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mansfield is $57,143, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mansfield is $171,500, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $394 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mansfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Mansfield has a population of 344 with a density of 1,075 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

344
Total Population
1,075
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mansfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mansfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mansfield is $57,143, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mansfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,143
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,746
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$72,977

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,148
County GDP$2,850M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare65
Retail92
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,588
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone54.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mansfield is $171,500, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $394 (66% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,705.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,500
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,705

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$394
66% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

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-Occupied73.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,588
60% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Mansfield, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death5,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities65

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Mansfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,263 ft (690 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,075/sq mi
Coordinates47.8119°N, 119.6380°W
County FIPS53017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 27 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,075/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants65
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone54.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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