Startup, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Startup is a small town in Washington with a population of 746. Residents earn $66,940 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
746 Population 174/sq mi density
$66,940 Median Income $56,086 per capita
$398,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$66,940 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$398,900 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,940
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $398,900
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.6%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.0%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population746
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,940
Per Capita$56,086
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.0%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute43 min

Housing

B
Home Value$398,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain68.3 in/yr
Elevation142 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.6%
High School+84.2%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute43 min
Libraries78

Is Startup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Startup receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Startup offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Startup is $66,940, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Startup is $398,900, 42% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Startup experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Startup has a population of 746 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.9%), with 10.3% Hispanic.

Population

746
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Startup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.9%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.1%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Startup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Startup is $66,940, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Startup vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,940
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$56,086
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.0%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)82,150
County GDP$477,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,697
Healthcare8,565
Retail6,042
Manufacturing1,935

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.6 min
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Startup is $398,900, 42% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$398,900
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied91.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Startup, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities8,565

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Startup has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.3 inches
80% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation142 ft (43 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates47.8742°N, 121.7544°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.5%
D 74.2%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.6%
26% above US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.6 min
Work from Home18.3%

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