Roche Harbor, WA

Washington

Roche Harbor is a small town in Washington with a population of 700. Residents earn $91,625 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
700 Population 174/sq mi density
$91,625 Median Income $78,345 per capita
$927,000 Home Value
$1,500 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$91,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$927,000 home value, $1,500/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,625
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $927,000
229% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.9%
66% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,500
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.9%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population700
Median Age62.7 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,625
Per Capita$78,345
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute21 min

Housing

F
Home Value$927,000
Rent$1,500
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Elevation173 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.9%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute21 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Roche Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roche Harbor 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. Roche Harbor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roche Harbor is $91,625, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roche Harbor is $927,000, making it a premium housing market at 229% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Roche Harbor is a highly educated community — 55.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Roche Harbor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Roche Harbor has a population of 700 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 62.7 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

700
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
62.7yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Roche Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roche Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roche Harbor is $91,625, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Roche Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,625
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,345
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$119,236

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,049
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare71
Retail106
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,518
201% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Roche Harbor is $927,000, 229% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,500 (29% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$927,000
229% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,500
29% above 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

Owner-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,518
201% above US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Roche Harbor, 23.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 12.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Roche Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.9%
26% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity12.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate66.3%
Premature Death3,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access81.5%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Roche Harbor has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.5 inches
51% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation173 ft (53 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates48.6074°N, 123.1306°W
County FIPS53055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 55.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.3%
D 73.7%

Winner: Democrat by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.9%
66% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants103
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home15.4%

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