South Creek, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

South Creek is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,885. Residents earn $81,826 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,885 Population 245/sq mi density
$81,826 Median Income $48,590 per capita
$548,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$81,826 median income, 4.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$548,800 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,826
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $548,800
95% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,885
Median Age52.9 yrs
Density245/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,826
Per Capita$48,590
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$64,941M
Commute54 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$548,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Elevation479 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute54 min
Libraries29

Is South Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. South Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Creek is $81,826, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Creek is $548,800, making it a premium housing market at 95% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

South Creek 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 45.1 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

South Creek has a population of 1,885 with a density of 245 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

1,885
Total Population
245
People / sq mi
52.9yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

South Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Creek is $81,826, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: South Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,826
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,590
Avg Weekly Wage$1,354
IRS Avg AGI$90,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,820
County GDP$64,941M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,771
Healthcare2,355
Retail2,124
Manufacturing537

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,011
100% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.5 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in South Creek is $548,800, 95% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$548,800
95% above US avg
Median List Price$639,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$639,000
$/Sq Ft$331
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

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-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,011
100% above US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In South Creek, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate68.0%
Premature Death7,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities2,355

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)86
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

South Creek 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 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates47.0004°N, 122.3913°W
County FIPS53053
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density245/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,355
Restaurants1,771
Retail Stores2,124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)86
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.5 min
Work from Home5.9%

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