Median Income $39,219

48% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.3%

81% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.0%

10% lower than US avg

Unemployment 7.9%

119% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.2%

6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population91

Median Age38.3 yrs

Density134/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans63.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$39,219

Per Capita$24,568

Unemployment7.9%

Poverty13.2%

County GDP$2,850M

Commute18 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$341,494

Housing Units42

Health

Obesity29.0%

Uninsured9.5%

Smoking14.8%

Depression24.4%

Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI28 (Good)

Sunny Days200/yr

Elevation1,155 ft (352 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.3%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%

Commute18 min

Broadband39.0%

Libraries3

Is Methow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Methow receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Methow has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Methow is $39,219, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

6.3% 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

Methow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Methow has a population of 91 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

134

People / sq mi

38.3yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Methow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Methow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Methow is $39,219, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Methow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$39,219
	48% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,568
Avg Weekly Wage	$989
IRS Avg AGI	$72,977

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.9%
	119% above US avg
Poverty Rate	13.2%
	6% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,148
County GDP	$2,850M

Business (County)

Restaurants	65
Healthcare	65
Retail	92
Manufacturing	24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,588
	60% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,494.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$341,494

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	42
Median Year Built	1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,588
	60% above US avg

In Methow, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.0%
	10% below US avg
Diabetes	7.4%
Heart Disease	4.0%
High Blood Pressure	24.8%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	5.2%
Cancer	5.2%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.8%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	17.5%
Depression	24.4%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.4%
Uninsured	9.5%
	10% above US avg
Checkup Rate	60.2%
Dental Visits	55.7%
Premature Death	5,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	87.3%
Healthcare Facilities	65

Methow has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	50.0°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	28.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,155 ft (352 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	134/sq mi
Coordinates	48.1311°N, 120.0052°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	53017

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%

D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 27 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.3%
	81% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.36

D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	134/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	39.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	65
Restaurants	65
Retail Stores	92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
FEMA Disaster Declarations	546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Methow, WA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Methow a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Methow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Methow vs U.S. Average

Income: Methow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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