Ravensdale, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Ravensdale is a small town in Washington with a population of 308. Residents earn $144,615 per year, which is 92% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
308 Population 248/sq mi density
$144,615 Median Income $64,116 per capita
$1,284,100 Home Value $873,216 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$144,615 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$1,284,100 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $144,615
92% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,284,100
356% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population308
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$144,615
Per Capita$64,116
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute42 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,284,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$873,216

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Elevation605 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute42 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries78

Is Ravensdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ravensdale receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Ravensdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ravensdale is $144,615, which is significantly higher than the national average — 92% above $75,149. This places Ravensdale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ravensdale is $1,284,100, making it a premium housing market at 356% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ravensdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Ravensdale has a population of 308 with a density of 248 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%).

Population

308
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ravensdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ravensdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ravensdale is $144,615, which is 92% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Ravensdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$144,615
92% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,116
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)82,150
County GDP$477,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,697
Healthcare8,565
Retail6,042
Manufacturing1,935

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Drive Alone68.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ravensdale is $1,284,100, 356% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $873,216.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,284,100
356% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$873,216

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied66.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate0.79%
In Ravensdale, 22.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 11.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ravensdale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity11.2%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities8,565

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Ravensdale has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation605 ft (184 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates47.3619°N, 121.9804°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.5%
D 74.2%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density248/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Drive Alone68.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

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