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Northwest Stanwood, WA

Washington

Northwest Stanwood is a small town in Washington with a population of 75.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
75 Population 106/sq mi density
49°F Avg Temperature 233 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
94.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 94.7%
181% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age74.3 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$107,824
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute75 min

Health

Obesity33.5%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking12.6%
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+94.7%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+84.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute75 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries6

Is Northwest Stanwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northwest Stanwood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Northwest Stanwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Northwest Stanwood is a highly educated community — 94.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Northwest Stanwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Northwest Stanwood has a population of 75 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 74.3 years, 91% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

75
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
74.3yrs
Median Age
91% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Northwest Stanwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Northwest Stanwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northwest Stanwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes.

Income: Northwest Stanwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$107,824
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$92,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$4,664M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare188
Retail230
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Northwest Stanwood, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 29.3% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Northwest Stanwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma12.4%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,242
Dentists1:1,312
Mental Health1:305
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities188
Northwest Stanwood has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. The area enjoys 233 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates48.2623°N, 122.3501°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS53029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 94.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (181% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+94.7%
181% above US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+84.0%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants163
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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