Ocosta, WA

Washington

Ocosta is a small town in Washington with a population of 167. Residents earn $39,688 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
167 Population 56/sq mi density
$39,688 Median Income $29,069 per capita
$111,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,688 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,700 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,688
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population167
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,688
Per Capita$29,069
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty30.0%
County GDP$3,829M

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain75.2 in/yr
Elevation45 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
CommuteN/A
Broadband94.0%
Libraries9

Is Ocosta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ocosta receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ocosta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ocosta is $39,688, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ocosta is $111,700, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ocosta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Ocosta has a population of 167 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

167
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ocosta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ocosta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ocosta is $39,688, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Ocosta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,688
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,069
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,854
County GDP$3,829M

Business (County)

Restaurants246
Healthcare164
Retail246
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ocosta is $111,700, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,700
60% below 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)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Ocosta, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.7%
Premature Death10,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities164

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ocosta has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.2 inches
98% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation45 ft (14 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates46.8855°N, 124.0325°W
County FIPS53027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 45.6%

Winner: Republican by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants246
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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