Maple Falls, WA

Washington

Maple Falls is a small town in Washington with a population of 247. Residents earn $32,324 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
247 Population 115/sq mi density
$32,324 Median Income $37,802 per capita
$588,000 Home Value $357,000 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$32,324 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$588,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,324
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $588,000
109% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population247
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female22% / 78%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,324
Per Capita$37,802
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute14 min

Housing

F
Home Value$588,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$357,000

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation642 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute14 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Maple Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maple Falls receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Maple Falls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maple Falls is $32,324, 57% 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 Maple Falls is $588,000, making it a premium housing market at 109% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 18.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

17.9% 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

Maple Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Maple Falls has a population of 247 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

247
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 22.3%
Female 77.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Maple Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maple Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maple Falls is $32,324, which is 57% 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: Maple Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,324
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,802
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$92,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$4,664M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare188
Retail230
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Maple Falls is $588,000, 109% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,000.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$588,000
109% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$357,000

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In Maple Falls, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Maple Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities188

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Maple Falls has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation642 ft (196 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates48.9188°N, 122.0912°W
County FIPS53029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants163
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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