Home Value
$82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
37.5%
202% higher than US avg
How Queets Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population45
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans39.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,493
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty37.5%
County GDP$3,829M
Commute28 min
Housing
Home Value$82,500
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.1%
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain109.7 in/yr
Elevation111 ft (34 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute28 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries9
Is Queets a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Queets receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Queets faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 37.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Queets is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Queets experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 109.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Queets has a population of 45 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (95.6%), with 4.4% White.
Population
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above 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 Queets is N/A. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $16,493 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,888 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.0% |
| 178% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 37.5% |
| 202% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,854 |
| County GDP | $3,829M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 246 |
| Healthcare | 164 |
| Retail | 246 |
| Manufacturing | 73 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,943 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.99% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Queets is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $82,500 |
| 71% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.1% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,943 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.99% |
In Queets, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Queets vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.8% |
| Asthma | 15.5% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 4.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 23.9% |
| Physical Distress | 19.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 71.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,513/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 164 |
Queets has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 109.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 109.7 inches |
| 189% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 111 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5263°N, 124.3448°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County FIPS | 53027 |