Washington · Metropolitan Area
Othello is a small city in Washington with a population of 8,699. Residents earn $65,757 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Based on current data, Othello receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Othello has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Othello is $65,757, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Othello is $278,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,041 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 507 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,862 per 100,000, 148% above the national average.
14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Othello experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 43.2% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 56.8% |
| 324% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $65,757 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,284 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,362 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,174 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.4% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,416 |
| County GDP | $16,919M |
| Restaurants | 479 |
| Healthcare | 684 |
| Retail | 596 |
| Manufacturing | 164 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,091 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
| Commute Time | 18.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
| Census Median | $278,600 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $333,977 |
| Median List Price | $389,924 |
| Median List Price | $389,924 |
| $/Sq Ft | $267 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.2% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 22 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,041 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,091 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.0% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 67.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,204/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 684 |
| Total Violent | 507.0/100K |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 65.0/100K |
| Robbery | 91.0/100K |
| Assault | 351.0/100K |
| Total Property | 4,861.6/100K |
| 148% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 701.9/100K |
| Theft | 3,327.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 831.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 8.8 inches |
| 77% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,088 ft (332 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,812/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8221°N, 119.1658°W |
| County FIPS | 53005 |
Winner: Republican by 21.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.4% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,812/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 684 |
| Restaurants | 479 |
| Retail Stores | 596 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 18.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |