Toppenish, WA

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.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,746 Population 4,030/sq mi density
$67,766 Median Income $20,275 per capita
$214,200 Home Value $268,575 Zillow
$977 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
233 Violent Crime/100K 4,012 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$67,766 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$214,200 home value, $977/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
233 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,766
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,200
24% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 233/100K
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $977
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,746
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density4,030/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 27%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,766
Per Capita$20,275
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,200
Rent$977
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,575

Crime

F
Violent233/100K
Property4,012/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault122/100K
Burglary986/100K

Health

Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation762 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+57.2%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute20 min
EV Stations4
Libraries17

Is Toppenish a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Toppenish has a population of 8,746 with a density of 4,030 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (27.4%), with 6.8% Hispanic.

Population

8,746
Total Population
4,030
People / sq mi
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Toppenish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only25.1%
68% below US avg
Spanish74.9%
459% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Toppenish vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toppenish is $67,766, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Toppenish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,766
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,275
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% 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 Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Toppenish is $214,200, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $977 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,575.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,200
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,575
Median List Price$259,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,900
$/Sq Ft$219
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$977
16% 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-Occupied55.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Toppenish, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.4%
Checkup Rate66.0%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599
Toppenish has a violent crime rate of 233 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,012 per 100,000 (105% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent232.7/100K
39% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery110.8/100K
Assault121.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,011.5/100K
105% above US avg
Burglary986.3/100K
Theft2,072.3/100K
Vehicle Theft953.0/100K
Arson11.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Toppenish has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall20.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation762 ft (232 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density4,030/sq mi
Coordinates46.3802°N, 120.3126°W
County FIPS53077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+57.2%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,030/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home3.7%

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