Orient, WA

Washington

Orient is a small town in Washington with a population of 69.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
69 Population 160/sq mi density
$9,999 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 63.8%
414% higher than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,829
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty63.8%
County GDP$279M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Elevation1,445 ft (440 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+78.3%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute32 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries2

Is Orient a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orient receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Orient faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 63.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orient is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Orient experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Orient has a population of 69 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 26.1% Hispanic.

Population

69
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.6%
Female 30.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Orient vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Orient vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orient is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 63.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Orient vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,829
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$55,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate63.8%
414% above US avg
Establishments (County)271
County GDP$279M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare13
Retail20
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate33.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Orient is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% 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-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg
Effective Rate33.83%
In Orient, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate51.5%
Premature Death13,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities13
Orient has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.3 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,445 ft (440 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates48.8638°N, 118.2059°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS53019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+78.3%
School Test Score5.36
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants22
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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