McCleary, WA

Washington

McCleary is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,262. Residents earn $75,652 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,262 Population 1,103/sq mi density
$75,652 Median Income $32,102 per capita
$327,100 Home Value $380,145 Zillow
$993 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$75,652 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$327,100 home value, $993/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,652
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $327,100
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $993
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,262
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,103/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,652
Per Capita$32,102
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$2,458M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$327,100
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,145

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain72.0 in/yr
Elevation272 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute33 min
Libraries3

Is McCleary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McCleary receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. McCleary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCleary is $75,652, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCleary is $327,100, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

McCleary 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.

McCleary has a population of 2,262 with a density of 1,103 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 8.3% Hispanic.

Population

2,262
Total Population
1,103
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

McCleary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McCleary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCleary is $75,652, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: McCleary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,652
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,102
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$74,584

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,240
County GDP$2,458M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare99
Retail128
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,725
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McCleary is $327,100, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,145.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$327,100
16% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$380,145

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$993
15% below US avg

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-Occupied79.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,725
64% above US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In McCleary, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma12.1%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death9,816/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.6%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

McCleary 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

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density1,103/sq mi
Coordinates47.0585°N, 123.2696°W
County FIPS53045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.7%
D 47.2%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,103/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants117
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home16.0%

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