North Sultan, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

North Sultan is a small town in Washington with a population of 295.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
295 Population 527/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,014 per capita
$440,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $440,600
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population295
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density527/mi²
Male / Female33% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,014
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute44 min

Housing

Home Value$440,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain68.3 in/yr
Elevation197 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute44 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries78

Is North Sultan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Sultan receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. North Sultan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Sultan is $440,600, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

North Sultan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

North Sultan has a population of 295 with a density of 527 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%).

Population

295
Total Population
527
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.5%
Female 67.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Sultan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Sultan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Sultan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: North Sultan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,014
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)82,150
County GDP$477,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,697
Healthcare8,565
Retail6,042
Manufacturing1,935

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Sultan is $440,600, 56% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$440,600
56% above 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In North Sultan, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Sultan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities8,565

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

North Sultan has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.3 inches
80% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density527/sq mi
Coordinates47.8827°N, 121.8229°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.5%
D 74.2%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density527/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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