Oakesdale, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Oakesdale is a small town in Washington with a population of 414. Residents earn $75,625 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
414 Population 398/sq mi density
$75,625 Median Income $29,110 per capita
$199,000 Home Value $267,366 Zillow
$742 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$75,625 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,000 home value, $742/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,625
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $199,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population414
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density398/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,625
Per Capita$29,110
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,000
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,366
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation2,489 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries19

Is Oakesdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakesdale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Oakesdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakesdale is $75,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakesdale is $199,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakesdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Oakesdale has a population of 414 with a density of 398 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

414
Total Population
398
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakesdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakesdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakesdale is $75,625, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Oakesdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,625
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,110
Avg Weekly Wage$1,259
IRS Avg AGI$83,041

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,669
County GDP$40,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,237
Healthcare1,797
Retail1,585
Manufacturing523

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,236
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakesdale is $199,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,366.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,000
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,366

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

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-Occupied91.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,236
78% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Oakesdale, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death8,070/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,797

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40
FEMA Disasters819

Safety Score

Oakesdale has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,489 ft (759 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density398/sq mi
Coordinates47.1305°N, 117.2464°W
County FIPS53063
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density398/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,797
Restaurants1,237
Retail Stores1,585

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40
FEMA Disaster Declarations819

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home8.6%

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