Spangle, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Spangle is a small town in Washington with a population of 280. Residents earn $70,486 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
280 Population 800/sq mi density
$70,486 Median Income $43,622 per capita
$268,800 Home Value $550,410 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,486 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$268,800 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,486
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $268,800
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population280
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans16.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,486
Per Capita$43,622
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$550,410

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation2,433 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute31 min
Broadband92.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries19

Is Spangle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spangle receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Spangle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spangle is $70,486, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spangle is $268,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Spangle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Spangle has a population of 280 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 6.1% Hispanic.

Population

280
Total Population
800
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Spangle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spangle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spangle is $70,486, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Spangle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,486
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,622
Avg Weekly Wage$1,259
IRS Avg AGI$83,041

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,669
County GDP$40,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,237
Healthcare1,797
Retail1,585
Manufacturing523

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,236
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Spangle is $268,800, 5% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $550,410.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,800
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$550,410

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$65
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio60.4%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied88.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,236
78% above US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Spangle, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death8,070/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,797

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40
FEMA Disasters819

Safety Score

Spangle has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,433 ft (742 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density800/sq mi
Coordinates47.4299°N, 117.3812°W
County FIPS53063
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density800/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,797
Restaurants1,237
Retail Stores1,585

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40
FEMA Disaster Declarations819

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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