Nespelem Community, WA

Washington

Nespelem Community is a small town in Washington with a population of 322. Residents earn $97,143 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
322 Population 14/sq mi density
$97,143 Median Income $27,597 per capita
$149,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$97,143 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,400 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,143
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $149,400
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$97,143
Per Capita$27,597
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$2,353M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation2,625 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries8

Is Nespelem Community a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nespelem Community receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Nespelem Community offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nespelem Community is $97,143, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Nespelem Community is $149,400, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nespelem Community experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Nespelem Community has a population of 322 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (95.3%), with 4.7% White.

Population

322
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
23.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nespelem Community vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.4%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.6%
54% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nespelem Community vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nespelem Community is $97,143, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Nespelem Community vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,143
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,597
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$63,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,627
County GDP$2,353M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare117
Retail185
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Nespelem Community is $149,400, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,400
47% below US avg

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-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
In Nespelem Community, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Nespelem Community vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma14.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death9,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities117

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters1,092

Safety Score

Nespelem Community has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,625 ft (800 m)
Area23.5 sq mi (60.8 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates48.1625°N, 119.0487°W
County FIPS53047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 15 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area23.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants127
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,092

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

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