Southworth, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Southworth is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,109. Residents earn $123,842 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,109 Population 624/sq mi density
$123,842 Median Income $57,410 per capita
$625,900 Home Value
$2,013 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,842 median income, 2.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$625,900 home value, $2,013/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,842
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $625,900
122% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.4%
47% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,013
73% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,109
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density624/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,842
Per Capita$57,410
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute39 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$625,900
Rent$2,013
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation237 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.4%
High School+99.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute39 min
Libraries9

Is Southworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southworth receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Southworth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southworth is $123,842, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Southworth among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southworth is $625,900, making it a premium housing market at 122% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,013 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Southworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Southworth has a population of 2,109 with a density of 624 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

2,109
Total Population
624
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Southworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Southworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southworth is $123,842, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Southworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,842
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,410
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,739
County GDP$18,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants580
Healthcare720
Retail705
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Southworth is $625,900, 122% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,013 (73% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$625,900
122% above US avg
Median List Price$550,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$550,000
$/Sq Ft$350
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,013
73% above 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-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Southworth, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 12.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity12.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities720

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Southworth has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation237 ft (72 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density624/sq mi
Coordinates47.5138°N, 122.5322°W
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 49.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.4%
47% above US avg
High School+99.8%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density624/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Work from Home13.9%

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