Swede Heaven, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Swede Heaven is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,163. Residents earn $111,302 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,163 Population 162/sq mi density
$111,302 Median Income $41,443 per capita
$448,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$111,302 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$448,800 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,302
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $448,800
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,163
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density162/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,302
Per Capita$41,443
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$9,574M
Commute44 min

Housing

A
Home Value$448,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Elevation416 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute44 min
Broadband82.1%
Libraries6

Is Swede Heaven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swede Heaven receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Swede Heaven stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Swede Heaven is $111,302, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Swede Heaven among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Swede Heaven is $448,800, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Swede Heaven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Swede Heaven has a population of 1,163 with a density of 162 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

1,163
Total Population
162
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Swede Heaven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Swede Heaven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swede Heaven is $111,302, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Swede Heaven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,302
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,443
Avg Weekly Wage$1,257
IRS Avg AGI$88,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,856
County GDP$9,574M

Business (County)

Restaurants368
Healthcare369
Retail489
Manufacturing177

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,793
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.1 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Swede Heaven is $448,800, 59% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,800
59% above US avg
Median List Price$641,627

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$641,627
$/Sq Ft$405
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

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-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,793
94% above US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Swede Heaven, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Swede Heaven vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death6,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities369

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Swede Heaven has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.1 inches
119% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation416 ft (127 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.6 km²)
Population Density162/sq mi
Coordinates48.2807°N, 121.7099°W
County FIPS53057
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin. 82.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.1%
D 52.9%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density162/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities369
Restaurants368
Retail Stores489

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.1 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

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