Satsop, WA

Washington

Satsop is a small town in Washington with a population of 717. Residents earn $60,643 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
717 Population 102/sq mi density
$60,643 Median Income $31,087 per capita
$367,700 Home Value
$919 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,643 median income, 2.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$367,700 home value, $919/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,643
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $367,700
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $919
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population717
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,643
Per Capita$31,087
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$3,829M
Commute27 min

Housing

B
Home Value$367,700
Rent$919
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain72.0 in/yr
Elevation160 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute27 min
Libraries9

Is Satsop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Satsop receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Satsop offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Satsop is $60,643, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Satsop is $367,700, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Satsop experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 72.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Satsop has a population of 717 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.1%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

717
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Satsop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Satsop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Satsop is $60,643, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Satsop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,643
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,087
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,854
County GDP$3,829M

Business (County)

Restaurants246
Healthcare164
Retail246
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Satsop is $367,700, 30% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$367,700
30% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$919
21% below 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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Satsop, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma13.0%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress23.6%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate65.6%
Premature Death10,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities164

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Satsop has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 72.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.0 inches
90% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation160 ft (49 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates47.0229°N, 123.4830°W
County FIPS53027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 45.6%

Winner: Republican by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants246
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home6.8%

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