McKenna, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

McKenna is a small town in Washington with a population of 638. Residents earn $91,733 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
638 Population 585/sq mi density
$91,733 Median Income $65,426 per capita
$521,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$91,733 median income, 7.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$521,100 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,733
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $521,100
85% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population638
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density585/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$91,733
Per Capita$65,426
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$21,563M
Commute58 min

Housing

B
Home Value$521,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation333 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute58 min
Libraries7

Is McKenna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKenna receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. McKenna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McKenna is $91,733, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McKenna is $521,100, making it a premium housing market at 85% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

26.2% 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

McKenna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

McKenna has a population of 638 with a density of 585 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 17.2% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

638
Total Population
585
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

McKenna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.3%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.7%
114% above US avg

Social Characteristics

McKenna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKenna is $91,733, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes.

Income: McKenna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,733
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,426
Avg Weekly Wage$1,385
IRS Avg AGI$86,381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,476
County GDP$21,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants620
Healthcare986
Retail761
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,518
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time58.0 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in McKenna is $521,100, 85% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$521,100
85% above US avg
Median List Price$484,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$484,950
$/Sq Ft$337
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops0.0%
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-Occupied62.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,518
86% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In McKenna, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death7,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access75.7%
Healthcare Facilities986

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

McKenna has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation333 ft (101 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density585/sq mi
Coordinates46.9347°N, 122.5499°W
County FIPS53067
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 58.5%

Winner: Democrat by 20.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density585/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities986
Restaurants620
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute58.0 min
Work from Home6.8%

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