Twisp, WA

Washington

Twisp is a small town in Washington with a population of 997. Residents earn $44,607 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
997 Population 852/sq mi density
$44,607 Median Income $29,711 per capita
$332,400 Home Value $438,202 Zillow
$848 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
106 Violent Crime/100K 3,287 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$44,607 median income, 6.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$332,400 home value, $848/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
106 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,607
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $332,400
18% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 106/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.4%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population997
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density852/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,607
Per Capita$29,711
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$2,353M
Commute14 min

Housing

C
Home Value$332,400
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$438,202

Crime

F
Violent106/100K
Property3,287/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault106/100K
Burglary424/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation1,595 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.4%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute14 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Twisp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Twisp receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Twisp has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Twisp is $44,607, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Twisp is $332,400, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Twisp is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,287 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Twisp experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches, including 59.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Twisp has a population of 997 with a density of 852 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.6%).

Population

997
Total Population
852
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Twisp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.9%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.1%
117% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Twisp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twisp is $44,607, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Twisp vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,607
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,711
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$63,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,627
County GDP$2,353M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare117
Retail185
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.1 min
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Twisp is $332,400, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $438,202.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$332,400
18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$438,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$848
27% 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-Occupied51.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Twisp, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death9,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities117
Twisp has a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,287 per 100,000 (68% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent106.0/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault106.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,287.4/100K
68% above US avg
Burglary424.2/100K
Theft2,863.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters1,092

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Twisp has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall59.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,595 ft (486 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density852/sq mi
Coordinates48.3610°N, 120.1171°W
County FIPS53047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 15 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.4%
1% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.36
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density852/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants127
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,092
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.1 min
Work from Home0.9%

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