Torboy, WA

Washington

Torboy is a small town in Washington with a population of 260. Residents earn $54,044 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
260 Population 280/sq mi density
$54,044 Median Income $13,693 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,044 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,044
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population260
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,044
Per Capita$13,693
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$279M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Elevation2,371 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+71.2%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute22 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries2

Is Torboy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Torboy receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Torboy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Torboy is $54,044, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Torboy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches, including 52.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Torboy has a population of 260 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.6%), with 17.3% Hispanic.

Population

260
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.6%
Female 30.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Torboy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Torboy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Torboy is $54,044, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Torboy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,044
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,693
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$55,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)271
County GDP$279M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare13
Retail20
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied48.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Premature Death13,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Torboy has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall52.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,371 ft (723 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates48.6693°N, 118.6690°W
County FIPS53019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+71.2%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants22
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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