Packwood, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Packwood is a small town in Washington with a population of 118.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
118 Population 118/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $49,932 per capita
$277,700 Home Value $444,022 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $277,700
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population118
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,932
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$432M

Housing

Home Value$277,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$444,022

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Elevation1,053 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
CommuteN/A
Broadband73.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Packwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Packwood receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Packwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Packwood is $277,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Packwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Packwood has a population of 118 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%).

Population

118
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Packwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Packwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Packwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Packwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,932
Avg Weekly Wage$1,063
IRS Avg AGI$119,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$432M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare17
Retail25
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,198
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home54.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Packwood is $277,700, 1% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $444,022.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,700
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$444,022

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,198
77% above US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Packwood, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate64.1%
Premature Death5,866/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Packwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.4 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall31.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates46.6085°N, 121.6703°W
County FIPS53059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.1-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants26
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home54.5%

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