Median Income
$101,644
35% higher than US avg
Home Value
$388,900
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,128
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.2%
34% lower than US avg
How Rainier Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,499
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density1,436/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$101,644
Per Capita$33,934
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$21,563M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$388,900
Rent$1,128
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$509,400
Health
Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation443 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute35 min
Libraries7
Is Rainier a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rainier receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Rainier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rainier is $101,644, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Rainier among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rainier is $388,900, 38% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,128 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Rainier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Rainier has a population of 2,499 with a density of 1,436 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 2.8% Hispanic.
Population
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
The median household income in Rainier is $101,644, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $101,644 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,934 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,385 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,381 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,476 |
| County GDP | $21,563M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 620 |
| Healthcare | 986 |
| Retail | 761 |
| Manufacturing | 166 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,518 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.2 min |
| Work from Home | 20.3% |
The median home value in Rainier is $388,900, 38% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,128 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $509,400.
Home Values
| Census Median | $388,900 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $509,400 |
| Median List Price | $205,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $205,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $283 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.0% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,128 |
| 3% below 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,518 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.68% |
In Rainier, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rainier vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.2% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.8% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,249/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 986 |
Crime Rates: Rainier vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Rainier has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.6 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,436/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8917°N, 122.6865°W |
| County FIPS | 53067 |