Tampico, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Tampico is a small town in Washington with a population of 514. Residents earn $102,404 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
514 Population 124/sq mi density
$102,404 Median Income $23,201 per capita
$377,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$102,404 median income, 14.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$377,300 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,404
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $377,300
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.4%
300% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population514
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$102,404
Per Capita$23,201
Unemployment14.4%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$377,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain8.6 in/yr
Elevation2,139 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute36 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries17

Is Tampico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tampico receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Tampico offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tampico is $102,404, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Tampico among higher-income communities. At 14.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tampico is $377,300, 34% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Tampico experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Tampico has a population of 514 with a density of 124 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

514
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tampico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tampico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tampico is $102,404, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Tampico vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,404
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,201
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.4%
300% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,385
County GDP$13,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare599
Retail708
Manufacturing248

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tampico is $377,300, 34% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$377,300
34% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Tampico, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Tampico has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.6 inches
77% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,139 ft (652 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates46.5322°N, 120.8749°W
County FIPS53077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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