Odessa, WA

Washington

Odessa is a small town in Washington with a population of 745. Residents earn $51,083 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
745 Population 920/sq mi density
$51,083 Median Income $34,038 per capita
$180,100 Home Value $203,611 Zillow
$895 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,083 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$180,100 home value, $895/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,083
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,100
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $895
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population745
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density920/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,083
Per Capita$34,038
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$685M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,100
Rent$895
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,611
Rent Burden24.3%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation1,548 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute16 min
Broadband80.2%
Libraries6

Is Odessa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Odessa receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Odessa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Odessa is $51,083, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Odessa is $180,100, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $895 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Odessa is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Odessa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Odessa has a population of 745 with a density of 920 people per square mile. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

745
Total Population
920
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Odessa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Odessa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Odessa is $51,083, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Odessa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,083
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,038
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$73,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)451
County GDP$685M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare14
Retail40
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Odessa is $180,100, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $895 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,611.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,100
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,611

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$895
23% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

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-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Odessa, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death7,269/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access36.7%
Healthcare Facilities14
Odessa has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Odessa has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall13.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,548 ft (472 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density920/sq mi
Coordinates47.3326°N, 118.6894°W
County FIPS53043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 80.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density920/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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