Median Income
$59,825
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$218,300
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,044
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.0%
21% higher than US avg
How Moses Lake North Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,693
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density820/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Economy
B
Median Income$59,825
Per Capita$30,557
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$8,583M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$218,300
Rent$1,044
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation1,174 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+82.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute18 min
Libraries10
Is Moses Lake North a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Moses Lake North receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Moses Lake North offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Moses Lake North is $59,825, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Moses Lake North is $218,300, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,044 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Moses Lake North experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Moses Lake North has a population of 4,693 with a density of 820 people per square mile. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 5.4% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.
Population
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Moses Lake North vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 73.0% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Spanish | 27.0% |
| 101% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Moses Lake North vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Moses Lake North is $59,825, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income: Moses Lake North vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,825 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,557 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,222 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,521 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,694 |
| County GDP | $8,583M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 233 |
| Healthcare | 186 |
| Retail | 290 |
| Manufacturing | 77 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,780 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.19% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.9 min |
| Work from Home | 14.7% |
The median home value in Moses Lake North is $218,300, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,044 (10% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $218,300 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $251,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $251,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $133 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,044 |
| 10% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,780 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.19% |
In Moses Lake North, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Moses Lake North vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.9% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,460/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 186 |
Crime Rates: Moses Lake North vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
Safety Score
Moses Lake North has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 7.8 inches |
| 79% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,174 ft (358 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 820/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1950°N, 119.3178°W |
| County FIPS | 53025 |