Median Income
$73,273
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$238,500
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,052
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Okanogan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,477
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,232/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
A
Median Income$73,273
Per Capita$36,631
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$2,353M
Commute13 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$238,500
Rent$1,052
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,210
Health
Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Elevation872 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+88.6%
School Score4.45
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute13 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8
Is Okanogan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Okanogan receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Okanogan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Okanogan is $73,273, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Okanogan is $238,500, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Okanogan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Okanogan has a population of 2,477 with a density of 1,232 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 11.8% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.
Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.6% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.4% |
| 30% below US avg |
The median household income in Okanogan is $73,273, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,273 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,631 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,814 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,627 |
| County GDP | $2,353M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 127 |
| Healthcare | 117 |
| Retail | 185 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,737 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.0 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
The median home value in Okanogan is $238,500, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,052 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,210.
Home Values
| Census Median | $238,500 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $261,210 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,052 |
| 10% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $828 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,043 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,428 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,559 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,737 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.41% |
In Okanogan, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Okanogan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.7% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,893/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 117 |
Crime Rates: Okanogan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,092 |
Safety Score
Okanogan has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.6 inches |
| 69% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 61.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Geography
| Elevation | 872 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3673°N, 119.5788°W |
| County FIPS | 53047 |