Northport, WA

Washington

Northport is a small town in Washington with a population of 207. Residents earn $42,917 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
207 Population 363/sq mi density
$42,917 Median Income $34,114 per capita
$128,100 Home Value $245,061 Zillow
$737 Median Rent 20.9% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$42,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,100 home value, $737/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,917
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,100
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $737
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans16.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,917
Per Capita$34,114
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$768M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,100
Rent$737
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,061
Rent Burden20.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Elevation1,334 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute36 min
Broadband72.3%
Libraries4

Is Northport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northport receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Northport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northport is $42,917, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northport is $128,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Northport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Northport has a population of 207 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

207
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Northport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Northport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northport is $42,917, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Northport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,917
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,114
Avg Weekly Wage$1,214
IRS Avg AGI$69,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)344
County GDP$768M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare20
Retail25
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,196
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Drive Alone63.5%
Public Transit5.8%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Northport is $128,100, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $737 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,061.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,100
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,061

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$737
37% below US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

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-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,196
20% above US avg
Effective Rate3.28%
In Northport, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma12.7%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate66.7%
Premature Death13,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Northport has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.3 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,334 ft (407 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates48.9158°N, 117.7797°W
County FIPS53051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 72.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants23
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Drive Alone63.5%
Public Transit5.8%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Northport with another city: