Roslyn, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Roslyn is a small town in Washington with a population of 884. Residents earn $82,386 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
884 Population 201/sq mi density
$82,386 Median Income $51,017 per capita
$464,100 Home Value $439,052 Zillow
$1,639 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$82,386 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$464,100 home value, $1,639/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,386
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $464,100
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,639
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population884
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,386
Per Capita$51,017
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute30 min

Housing

B
Home Value$464,100
Rent$1,639
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$439,052
Rent Burden35.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation4,473 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute30 min
Broadband92.9%
Libraries78

Is Roslyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roslyn receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Roslyn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roslyn is $82,386, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roslyn is $464,100, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,639 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Roslyn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Roslyn has a population of 884 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 8.4% Hispanic.

Population

884
Total Population
201
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Roslyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roslyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roslyn is $82,386, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Roslyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,386
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,017
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% 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 Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Roslyn is $464,100, 65% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,639 (41% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $439,052.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$464,100
65% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$439,052

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,639
41% above US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

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-Occupied70.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Roslyn, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Roslyn has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,473 ft (1,363 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density201/sq mi
Coordinates47.2700°N, 121.1412°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin. 92.9% 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+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density201/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

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