Ryderwood, WA

Washington

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.

3.4 /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
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 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+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,579
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,800
30% 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
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$196,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,074

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Elevation271 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+79.6%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries1

Is Ryderwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ryderwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

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.

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 5.4/10.

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. 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. The median age is 75.2 years, 93% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%).

Population

367
Total Population
2,294
People / sq mi
75.2yrs
Median Age
93% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ryderwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
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. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

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

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
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ryderwood is $196,800, 30% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,074.

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

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-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Ryderwood, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate67.4%
Premature Death6,037/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ryderwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.7 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation271 ft (83 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,294/sq mi
Coordinates46.3749°N, 123.0442°W
County FIPS53069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+79.6%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,294/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants11
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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