Taholah, WA

Washington

Taholah is a small town in Washington with a population of 778. Residents earn $44,286 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
778 Population 225/sq mi density
$44,286 Median Income $17,433 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$704 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$44,286 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $704/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,286
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $704
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.1%
183% higher than US avg

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

People

Population778
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$44,286
Per Capita$17,433
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty35.1%
County GDP$3,829M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$704
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain115.6 in/yr
Elevation144 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute9 min
Libraries9

Is Taholah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taholah receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Taholah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taholah is $44,286, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 35.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taholah is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Taholah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 115.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Taholah has a population of 778 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (93.2%), with 4.8% White.

Population

778
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Taholah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taholah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taholah is $44,286, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Taholah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,286
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,433
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.1%
183% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,854
County GDP$3,829M

Business (County)

Restaurants246
Healthcare164
Retail246
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.7 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Taholah is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below 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-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Rate6.18%
In Taholah, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.3%
44% above US avg
Diabetes18.8%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma15.4%
COPD9.8%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress26.0%
Physical Distress21.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.6%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death10,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities164

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Taholah has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 115.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall115.6 inches
204% above US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates47.3260°N, 124.2729°W
County FIPS53027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 45.6%

Winner: Republican by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score5.36
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants246
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.7 min
Work from Home3.8%

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