Median Income
$47,679
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$144,700
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,082
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.1%
51% lower than US avg
How Thurston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population615
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density1,538/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.4%
Economy
B+
Median Income$47,679
Per Capita$20,724
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$6,849M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$144,700
Rent$1,082
Ownership64.2%
Rent Burden26.3%
Health
Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation872 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries9
Is Thurston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Thurston receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Thurston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Thurston is $47,679, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Thurston is $144,700, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,082 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Thurston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Thurston has a population of 615 with a density of 1,538 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 5.7% Hispanic.
Population
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Thurston is $47,679, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,679 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,724 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,898 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,510 |
| County GDP | $6,849M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 273 |
| Healthcare | 403 |
| Retail | 349 |
| Manufacturing | 103 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,215 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.60% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
The median home value in Thurston is $144,700, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,082 (7% below US avg). 64.2% of homes are owner-occupied.
Home Values
| Census Median | $144,700 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $280,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $280,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $95 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,082 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 64.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.2% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,215 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.60% |
In Thurston, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Thurston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,090/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 403 |
Crime Rates: Thurston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Thurston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.3 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 872 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,538/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8417°N, 82.5484°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 39045 |