Washington · Metropolitan Area
Toppenish is a small city in Washington with a population of 8,746. Residents earn $67,766 per year, which is 10% below the national average.
Based on current data, Toppenish receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Toppenish has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Toppenish is $67,766, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Toppenish is $214,200, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $977 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Toppenish is below the national average at 233 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,012 per 100,000, 105% above the national average.
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Toppenish experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 20.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 25.1% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 74.9% |
| 459% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $67,766 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,275 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,002 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,706 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.2% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,385 |
| County GDP | $13,348M |
| Restaurants | 526 |
| Healthcare | 599 |
| Retail | 708 |
| Manufacturing | 248 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,109 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.39% |
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
| Census Median | $214,200 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $268,575 |
| Median List Price | $259,900 |
| Median List Price | $259,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $219 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $977 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,109 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.39% |
| Obesity | 44.2% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.7% |
| Depression | 20.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 66.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,201/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 599 |
| Total Violent | 232.7/100K |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 110.8/100K |
| Assault | 121.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,011.5/100K |
| 105% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 986.3/100K |
| Theft | 2,072.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 953.0/100K |
| Arson | 11.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 7.8 inches |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 20.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 762 ft (232 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,030/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3802°N, 120.3126°W |
| County FIPS | 53077 |
Winner: Republican by 14.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.1% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 57.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 4,030/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 599 |
| Restaurants | 526 |
| Retail Stores | 708 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |