Rosburg, WA

Washington

Rosburg is a small town in Washington with a population of 468. Residents earn $56,596 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
468 Population 20/sq mi density
$56,596 Median Income $25,135 per capita
$221,600 Home Value
$1,571 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,596 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$221,600 home value, $1,571/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,596
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,600
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,571
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,596
Per Capita$25,135
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$133M
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$221,600
Rent$1,571
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain103.6 in/yr
Elevation212 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute35 min
Libraries1

Is Rosburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rosburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosburg is $56,596, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosburg is $221,600, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,571 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 103.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Rosburg has a population of 468 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.6%), with 14.1% Hispanic, 4.3% Black.

Population

468
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
22.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosburg is $56,596, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Rosburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,596
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,135
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$73,181

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$133M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare3
Retail12
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosburg is $221,600, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,571 (35% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,600
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,571
35% 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-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.02%
In Rosburg, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death6,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Rosburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 103.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall103.6 inches
173% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation212 ft (65 m)
Area22.9 sq mi (59.3 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates46.3081°N, 123.6435°W
County FIPS53069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area22.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants11
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Work from Home7.7%

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