Median Income
$51,908
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$81,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.9%
85% lower than US avg
How Pullman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population305
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,271/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.1%
Economy
A
Median Income$51,908
Per Capita$16,685
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$665M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$81,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Elevation869 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+45.7%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries2
Is Pullman a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pullman receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pullman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pullman is $51,908, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pullman is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 45.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Pullman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Pullman has a population of 305 with a density of 1,271 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Pullman is $51,908, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,908 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,685 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,284 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,575 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 129 |
| County GDP | $665M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,500 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 55.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 40.8% |
The median home value in Pullman is $81,700, 71% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $81,700 |
| 71% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,500 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.84% |
In Pullman, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.4% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pullman vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.6% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.4% |
| Depression | 34.4% |
| Mental Distress | 25.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,796/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 15.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Pullman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Pullman has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.1 inches |
| 29% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,271/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1880°N, 80.9490°W |
| County FIPS | 54017 |