Naches, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Naches is a small town in Washington with a population of 895. Residents earn $53,015 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
895 Population 1,029/sq mi density
$53,015 Median Income $29,074 per capita
$202,200 Home Value $313,621 Zillow
$1,356 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,015 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$202,200 home value, $1,356/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,015
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,200
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,356
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population895
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density1,029/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,015
Per Capita$29,074
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,200
Rent$1,356
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,621

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain8.6 in/yr
Elevation1,454 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+84.1%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is Naches a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Naches receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Naches offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Naches is $53,015, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Naches is $202,200, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,356 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Naches experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Naches has a population of 895 with a density of 1,029 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.3%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

895
Total Population
1,029
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Naches vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Naches vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Naches is $53,015, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Naches vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,015
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,074
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,385
County GDP$13,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare599
Retail708
Manufacturing248

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Naches is $202,200, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,356 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,621.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,200
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,621

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,356
17% above 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-Occupied59.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Naches, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate66.9%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Naches has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.6 inches
77% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,454 ft (443 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Coordinates46.7260°N, 120.6912°W
County FIPS53077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home7.1%

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