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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,688 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,069 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,888 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 30.0% |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,854 |
| County GDP | $3,829M |
| Restaurants | 246 |
| Healthcare | 164 |
| Retail | 246 |
| Manufacturing | 73 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,943 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.43% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $111,700 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,943 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.43% |
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,513/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 164 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 75.2 inches |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 45 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8855°N, 124.0325°W |
| County FIPS | 53027 |
Winner: Republican by 6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.9% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 94.0% |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 164 |
| Restaurants | 246 |
| Retail Stores | 246 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |