Peaceful Valley, WA

Washington

Peaceful Valley is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,661. Residents earn $60,271 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,661 Population 1,060/sq mi density
$60,271 Median Income $23,470 per capita
$267,300 Home Value
$1,358 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$60,271 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$267,300 home value, $1,358/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,271
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $267,300
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,358
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,661
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,060/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,271
Per Capita$23,470
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute59 min

Housing

A
Home Value$267,300
Rent$1,358
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation506 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute59 min
Libraries6

Is Peaceful Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peaceful Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Peaceful Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peaceful Valley is $60,271, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 59 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peaceful Valley is $267,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,358 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Peaceful Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Peaceful Valley has a population of 2,661 with a density of 1,060 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 8.3% Hispanic.

Population

2,661
Total Population
1,060
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Peaceful Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peaceful Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peaceful Valley is $60,271, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 59 minutes.

Income: Peaceful Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,271
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,470
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$92,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$4,664M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare188
Retail230
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time59.3 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Peaceful Valley is $267,300, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,358 (17% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$267,300
5% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,358
17% above US avg

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-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Peaceful Valley, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 32.0% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Peaceful Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression32.0%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate66.6%
Premature Death5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities188

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Peaceful Valley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation506 ft (154 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density1,060/sq mi
Coordinates48.9510°N, 122.1483°W
County FIPS53029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,060/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants163
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute59.3 min
Work from Home4.8%

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