Washington
Nespelem is a small town in Washington with a population of 155. Residents earn $50,938 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Nespelem receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nespelem offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Nespelem is $50,938, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 27.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Nespelem is $89,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Nespelem 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.
| English Only | 93.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.8% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,938 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,464 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,991 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 27.0% |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 271 |
| County GDP | $279M |
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,383 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.80% |
| Commute Time | 14.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
| Census Median | $89,000 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,050 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 10.0% |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,383 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.80% |
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 14.6% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 74.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,026/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.1 inches |
| 71% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,864 ft (568 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 816/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.1669°N, 118.9721°W |
| County FIPS | 53019 |
Winner: Republican by 33 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.6% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 816/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 61.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Retail Stores | 20 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 14.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |