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Ryderwood, WA

Washington · Wahkiakum County

Ryderwood is a small town in Washington with a population of 367. Residents earn $36,579 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
367 Population 2,294/sq mi density
$36,579 Median Income $29,462 per capita
$196,800 Home Value $258,074 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 237 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$36,579 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$196,800 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $36,579
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,800
30% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age75.2 yrs
Density2,294/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans19.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,579
Per Capita$29,462
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$133M

Housing

B+
Home Value$196,800
Ownership94.0%
Zillow$258,074
Housing Units251
Rent Burden46.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property3,899/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking12.5%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation271 ft (83 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+79.6%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Broadband72.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Ryderwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ryderwood receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ryderwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ryderwood is $36,579, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ryderwood is $196,800, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ryderwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,899 per 100,000, 99% above the national average.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ryderwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Ryderwood has a population of 367 with a density of 2,294 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 75.2 years, 93% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.1% female and 43.9% male. The city is predominantly White (94%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 19.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 40.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

367
Total Population
2,294
People / sq mi
75.2yrs
Median Age
93% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ryderwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ryderwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ryderwood is $36,579, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,462 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $867, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 132 business establishments, including 11 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ryderwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,579
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,462
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$73,181
Gini Index0.428 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% 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
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ryderwood is $196,800, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,074, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,180 for a one-bedroom to $1,472 for a two-bedroom apartment. 94.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 251 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $4,483 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 46.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,800
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,074

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$288
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Rent Burden46.2%

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

Homeownership94.0%
Owner-Occupied94.0%
Renter-Occupied6.0%
Housing Units251
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Ryderwood, 37.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 28.6% have high blood pressure. 12.5% are current smokers. 20.6% report binge drinking. 17.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The dentist ratio is 1:1,563. 64.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma12.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.5%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Dentists1:1,563
Mental Health1:367
Checkup Rate67.4%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death6,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities3
Ryderwood has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,899 per 100,000, 99% above the U.S. average. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Ryderwood receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,899.1/100K
99% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Ryderwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 271 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation271 ft (83 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,294/sq mi
Coordinates46.3749°N, 123.0442°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyWahkiakum County County
Nearest AirportSouthwest Washington Regional (KLS)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.7"
44% above US avg
Snowfall 2.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 10.91"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score19.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability60.8 / 100
Community Resilience40.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Tsunami Relatively Low
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,126 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 16, 2025.

Feb 28, 2001 7 km SSE of Longbranch, Washington M6.8 89 km
Jul 3, 1999 8 km N of Satsop, Washington M5.8 84 km
Jun 10, 2001 18 km N of Satsop, Washington M5.0 95 km
Jan 29, 1995 3 km WSW of Des Moines, Washington M5.0 124 km
Jun 23, 1997 2 km NE of Enetai, Washington M4.9 141 km
Apr 25, 2003 26 km W of Brinnon, Washington M4.8 145 km
Feb 14, 2011 31 km S of Morton, Washington M4.3 65 km
Jul 22, 2001 4 km WSW of DuPont, Washington M4.3 84 km
May 20, 1995 15 km NNE of Ashford, Washington M4.1 101 km
Feb 23, 2017 11 km NE of Hoodsport, Washington M4.1 123 km
Aug 16, 2004 16 km ENE of Packwood, Washington M4.0 125 km
Jun 15, 1994 1 km WNW of Hoodsport, Washington M4.0 115 km
Apr 24, 2003 3 km NW of North Portland, Oregon M3.9 86 km
Jun 25, 2004 17 km W of Packwood, Washington M3.9 92 km
Jun 27, 1997 3 km SW of Bainbridge Island, Washington M3.9 141 km
Sep 10, 1994 2 km SE of Enumclaw, Washington M3.9 122 km
Oct 1, 2004 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington M3.9 68 km
Jan 3, 2018 37 km SSE of Morton, Washington M3.9 77 km
Jul 24, 2011 21 km W of Brinnon, Washington M3.9 149 km
Feb 8, 1995 9 km ESE of Hubbard, Oregon M3.8 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

50 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 6 fatalities, 303 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 5, 1972 EF3 92 km 6
Nov 10, 1965 EF2 38 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF1 100 km 0
Dec 10, 2015 EF1 78 km 0
Oct 23, 2014 EF1 28 km 0
Sep 30, 2013 EF1 95 km 0
Jan 10, 2008 EF1 82 km 0
May 27, 2004 EF1 51 km 0
Jun 29, 1989 EF1 62 km 0
Mar 28, 1985 EF1 24 km 0
Oct 13, 1984 EF1 55 km 0
Aug 16, 1978 EF1 67 km 0
Jun 12, 1978 EF1 98 km 0
Oct 3, 1967 EF1 73 km 0
Oct 28, 2024 EF0 28 km 0
Oct 11, 2023 EF0 62 km 0
Sep 27, 2021 EF0 75 km 0
Mar 19, 2021 EF0 74 km 0
Nov 10, 2020 EF0 59 km 0
Sep 8, 2019 EF0 86 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 250.0 m (820 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1980 WASHINGTON Explosion 250.0 m 61 69 km
1894 PUYALLUP RIVER DELTA, TACOMA, WA Meteorological 3.0 m 2 111 km
1949 PUGET SOUND, WA Meteorological 2.4 m 110 km
1949 PUGET SOUND, WA Eruption + Earthquake 8 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: St. Helens (69 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
St. Helens Stratovolcano 2,549 m (8,363 ft) 2008 69 km
West Crater Volcanic field 1,329 m (4,360 ft) -5750 93 km
Indian Heaven Shield(s) 1,806 m (5,925 ft) -6250 107 km
Rainier Stratovolcano 4,392 m (14,409 ft) 1450 112 km
Adams Stratovolcano 3,742 m (12,277 ft) 950 121 km
Hood Stratovolcano 3,426 m (11,240 ft) 1866 153 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BIG HOLLOW (24,243 ac, 2020).

Year Name Acres Distance
2020 BIG HOLLOW 24,243 89 km
2022 SIOUXON 2,551 87 km
2022 NAKIA CREEK 1,737 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 10.9 in Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 8.1 in
March 44°F (7°C) 6.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 51°F (10°C) 6.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 10.6 in
December 39°F (4°C) 10.9 in Coldest

Ryderwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 39°F in December to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 69.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.9") and July the driest (1.1").

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Ryderwood is located in Wahkiakum County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 22.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.6% of the vote, a 18.1-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 3 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+79.6%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,294/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyWahkiakum County County

Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Avg Download Speed39.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants11
Retail Stores12

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Ryderwood. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $268 ($161–$428)
Specialist Visit $375 ($214–$589)
Urgent Care Visit $214 ($107–$375)
Emergency Room Visit $2,354 ($856–$5,350)
Dental Cleaning $139 ($80–$214)
Dental Filling $268 ($161–$428)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $48 ($27–$80)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $80 ($54–$128)
Brake Pad Replacement $321 ($161–$535)
Tire Rotation $43 ($21–$80)
New Tires (Set of 4) $642 ($428–$1,070)
Battery Replacement $214 ($107–$375)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $107 ($64–$161)
Electrician (Per Hour) $96 ($54–$150)
HVAC Repair $428 ($161–$856)
HVAC System Install $7,490 ($4,280–$12,840)
Roof Repair $1,070 ($428–$2,140)
Roof Replacement $9,630 ($5,885–$16,050)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,605 ($535–$3,745)
Divorce (Contested) $16,050 ($5,350–$32,100)
DUI Defense $5,350 ($2,140–$10,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,605 ($856–$3,210)
Will Preparation $535 ($214–$1,070)
Trust Preparation $2,675 ($1,070–$5,350)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$107)
Hair Coloring (Full) $161 ($80–$268)
Manicure $27 ($16–$48)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$139)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.39 ($3.21–$5.89)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.75 ($2.68–$5.35)
Loaf of Bread $4.07 ($2.68–$5.89)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.82 ($3.21–$6.96)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.89 ($4.28–$8.03)
Rice (per lb) $1.07 ($0.64–$1.93)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $150 ($86–$268)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $75 ($32–$161)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $75 ($43–$128)
Internet (Monthly) $75 ($43–$107)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$107)
Cable TV (Monthly) $91 ($54–$161)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $214 ($80–$535)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,140 ($1,284–$3,745)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $75 ($32–$139)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.56–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $107 ($32–$268)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$80)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,284 ($642–$2,675)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,070 ($535–$2,140)
After-School Care (Monthly) $428 ($214–$749)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$107)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,070 ($428–$2,675)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,375 ($5,350–$32,100)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $64 ($32–$107)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $107 ($54–$214)
Dog Grooming $64 ($32–$107)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($21–$80)
Dog Spay/Neuter $321 ($161–$535)
Cat Spay/Neuter $214 ($107–$428)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,547
Toddler$1,078
Preschool$1,078
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,066
Toddler$889
Preschool$889
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wahkiakum County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 92 14 $30,126 1.27
Accommodation & Food Services 59 16 $18,085 0.89
Agriculture & Forestry 57 12 $66,715 9.70
Manufacturing 54 6 $40,055 0.91
Administrative & Waste Services 25 7 $28,064 0.58
Information & Technology 24 7 $62,598 1.76
Professional & Technical Services 14 11 $42,372 0.28
Other Services 6 6 $22,921 0.27

Radio Stations near Ryderwood

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KBRD Radio AM 680 adult standards MP3 56 kbps

National Parks Near Ryderwood

42 national parks and monuments found near Ryderwood.

ParkTypeFee
Auburn State Park Property State Park Free
Bottle Beach State Park Free
Colbert House State Park Free
Cutts Island State Park Free
Dash Point State Park Free
Eagle Island State Park Free
Fort Columbia State Park Free
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site National Historic Site $10
Gearheart Ocean State Park State Park Free
Haley property State Park Free
Harstine Island State Park Free
Hope Island State Park Free
Ike Kinswa State Park Free
Jackson House State Park Free
Jarrell Cove State Park Free
Joemma Beach State Park Free
Kopachuck State Park Free
Lake Isabella State Park Free
Lake Sylvia State Park Free
Lewis & Clark State Park Free
Lewis and Clark National Historical Park National Historical Park $10
Lower Green River State Park Free
Matilda N. Jackson State Park Free
McMicken Island State Park Free
Millersylvania Memorial State Park Free
Monticello Convention Site State Park Free
Nisqually State Park Free
Paradise Point State Park Free
Penrose Point State Park Free
Potlatch State Park Free
Rainbow Falls State Park Free
Saltwater State Park Free
Schafer State Park Free
Seaquest State Park Free
Squaxin Island State Park Free
Stretch Point State Park Free
Tilton River State Park Free
Tolmie State Park Free
Twanoh State Park Free
WA State Parks Headquarters State Park Free
Washougal River State Park Free
Willie Keil's Grave State Park Free

Museums in Ryderwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COWLITZ COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3605773119$246,045
COWLITZ COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3605773119$246,045
NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$107,199
ART GALLERYART MUSEUM3605770544
TOLEDO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WINLOCK HISTORICAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Ryderwood

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LONGVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY1600 LOUISIANA STREET0.0207,999
KELSO PUBLIC LIBRARY351 THREE RIVERS DRIVE, SUITE 12630.082,800
CASTLE ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY137 COWLITZ ST W.0.01,480

Farmers Markets in Ryderwood

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cowlitz County Community Farmers Market IIntersection of Broadway & CommerceVisit
Cowlitz County Community Farmers Market IICowlitz County FairgroundsVisit
Kelso Bridge Market351 Three Rivers Mall Drive05/01/2016 to 08/28/2016Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;
Winlock Saturday Market - Featuring Local Farmers & Artisans from our community.Corner of SR 603 & SR 505Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Ryderwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brew ExpressBreweries, Appliances, Coffee & Tea ShopsPo Box 17268662685953Visit
Grumpy's TavernCocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants3225 Ocean Beach Hwy3606364322, 3604231866Visit

Cell Towers in Ryderwood

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
500 BURMA ROAD (43497)MTOWER56
1 LAULAINEN ROAD (10929)LTOWER52

Fire Stations in Ryderwood

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cowlitz County Fire District # 4101 W First STVolunteer360-295-3313

Bridges in Ryderwood

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous196076528G
Tee BeamConcrete1955124284F
Tee BeamConcrete1962150239F
Tee BeamConcrete1955204191F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1970130174F
FrameConcrete201330170G
Truss (Thru)Steel192715778F
SlabConcrete19583420F
CulvertConcrete continuous19533020F
CulvertConcrete continuous19552120F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200413011F

Amtrak Stations in Ryderwood

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Kelso-Longview, WA501 South First AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Ryderwood

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHEHALIS POWER LP GENERATION FACILITY1813 BISHOP RDLEWIS
GENERATING STATION WESTWARD 281566 KALLUNKI RDCOLUMBIA
MINT FARM GENERATION LLC1200 PRUDENTIAL BLVDCOWLITZ
MINT FARM GENERATION LLC1200 PRUDENTIAL BLVDCOWLITZ

Airports Near Ryderwood

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gray Army Air FieldGRFMedium Airport
Olympia Regional AirportOLMMedium Airport
Southwest Washington Regional AirportKLSMedium Airport
Apple Valley AirportSmall Airport
Asplund FieldSmall Airport
Banas FieldSmall Airport
Bear Valley Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Becker FieldSmall Airport
Bero FieldSmall Airport
Brush Prairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Burnt Ridge AirstripSmall Airport
Burnt Ridge Nursery AirstripSmall Airport
Cedars North AirparkSmall Airport
Chadwick AirportSmall Airport
Chehalis Centralia AirportCLSSmall Airport
Chinook Ultralight AirparkSmall Airport
Cougar Flat AirstripSmall Airport
Cougar Mountain AirfieldSmall Airport
Cricket FieldSmall Airport
Curtis AirportSmall Airport
D and B AirparkSmall Airport
Daybreak AirportSmall Airport
Dwight FieldSmall Airport
Ed Carlson Memorial Field South Lewis County AirportTDOSmall Airport
Evergreen North-South AirparkSmall Airport
Fantasy Field AirstripSmall Airport
Fly For Fun AirportSmall Airport
Flying B AirportSmall Airport
Flying Carpet AirportSmall Airport
Fort Lewis Road / Pacemaker Landing Zone AirportSmall Airport
Gilbert AirportSmall Airport
Goheen AirportSmall Airport
Gower FieldSmall Airport
Grabhorn's AirportSmall Airport
Green Mountain STOLportSmall Airport
Grove FieldSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport
Hartley AirportSmall Airport
Holce & Oblack AirportSmall Airport
Hoskins FieldSmall Airport
Jensen Road AirportSmall Airport
Kari FieldSmall Airport
Karpens AirportSmall Airport
Kimbrel Farm AirportSmall Airport
La Center View-Air AirportSmall Airport
Lz Ranch AirportSmall Airport
McClellan FieldSmall Airport
Michair AirportSmall Airport
Mount St Helens Aero Ranch AirportSmall Airport
My AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ryderwood

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office312 Southwest 1st Avenue
Napavine Police Department
Vader Police Department

Treatment Centers in Ryderwood

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A New SafehavenSubstance Abuse360-577-4340
Awakenings IncBoth360-423-2806
Columbia Wellness - Longview MainMental Health360-423-0203
Columbia Wellness - Outpatient and WRCBoth360-423-0203
Community Integrated Health ServiceSubstance Abuse800-392-6298
Community Integrated Health ServicesBoth855-303-4834
CORE Health - Ascent Youth Activity CenterBoth360-998-2047
CORE Health - MainBoth360-200-5419
Sea Mar Behavioral Health - Kelso/Sea Mar Community Health CentersMental Health360-261-7020 x39982

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ryderwood

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
RYDERWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 161

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ryderwood

What is the population of Ryderwood?

Ryderwood has a population of 367 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 2,294 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 75.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.1% female and 43.9% male.

Is Ryderwood expensive to live in?

Ryderwood is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $36,579, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $196,800 (30% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Ryderwood safe?

Ryderwood is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,899 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ryderwood receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ryderwood?

Ryderwood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.7 inches, with 2.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Ryderwood?

The job market in Ryderwood is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $867. There are 132 business establishments in the area, including 11 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Ryderwood?

The median home value in Ryderwood is $196,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,074. The homeownership rate is 94.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,483.

How are the schools in Ryderwood?

Schools in Ryderwood score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.9% of adults in Ryderwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ryderwood?

The obesity rate in Ryderwood is 37.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.5% of adults are smokers. 17.9% are physically inactive. 28.4% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 64.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What are the demographics of Ryderwood?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ryderwood is 94% White. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 19.1% of the population are military veterans. 40.9% of residents have a disability. 94.8% have health insurance coverage.

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