Median Income
$48,938
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$280,600
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,130
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.9%
60% lower than US avg
How Quilcene Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population490
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,938
Per Capita$27,018
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute43 min
Housing
B
Home Value$280,600
Rent$1,130
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$441,099
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Elevation753 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute43 min
Libraries9
Is Quilcene a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Quilcene receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Quilcene offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Quilcene is $48,938, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Quilcene is $280,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,130 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Quilcene experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Quilcene has a population of 490 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 4.9% Hispanic.
Population
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.3% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.7% |
| 65% below US avg |
The median household income in Quilcene is $48,938, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,938 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,018 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,377 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.9% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,739 |
| County GDP | $18,349M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 580 |
| Healthcare | 720 |
| Retail | 705 |
| Manufacturing | 158 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.50% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.8 min |
| Work from Home | 23.2% |
The median home value in Quilcene is $280,600, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,130 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $441,099.
Home Values
| Census Median | $280,600 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $441,099 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,130 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
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) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.50% |
In Quilcene, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Quilcene vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.4% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.5% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,099/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 720 |
Crime Rates: Quilcene vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Quilcene has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 753 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 8.8 sq mi (22.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8392°N, 122.9123°W |
| County FIPS | 53035 |