Napavine, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Napavine is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,705. Residents earn $89,063 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,705 Population 590/sq mi density
$89,063 Median Income $34,519 per capita
$335,500 Home Value $414,258 Zillow
$1,250 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
56 Violent Crime/100K 1,794 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$89,063 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$335,500 home value, $1,250/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
56 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,063
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $335,500
19% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 56/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,705
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$89,063
Per Capita$34,519
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$21,563M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$335,500
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$414,258

Crime

F
Violent56/100K
Property1,794/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary224/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation291 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute33 min
Libraries7

Is Napavine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Napavine receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Napavine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Napavine is $89,063, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.2% 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 Napavine is $335,500, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Napavine is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,794 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Napavine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Napavine has a population of 1,705 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,705
Total Population
590
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Napavine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Napavine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Napavine is $89,063, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Napavine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,063
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,519
Avg Weekly Wage$1,385
IRS Avg AGI$86,381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% 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 Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Napavine is $335,500, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $414,258.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,500
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$414,258

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% 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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,518
86% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Napavine, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate64.9%
Premature Death7,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access75.7%
Healthcare Facilities986
Napavine has a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,794 per 100,000 (8% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent56.1/100K
85% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape56.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,793.7/100K
8% below US avg
Burglary224.2/100K
Theft1,289.2/100K
Vehicle Theft280.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Napavine has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation291 ft (89 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density590/sq mi
Coordinates46.5868°N, 122.9020°W
County FIPS53067
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% 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+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density590/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities986
Restaurants620
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Work from Home3.1%

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