Valley, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Valley is a small town in Washington with a population of 93. Residents earn $34,194 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
93 Population 216/sq mi density
$34,194 Median Income $19,842 per capita
$155,800 Home Value $308,779 Zillow
46°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$34,194 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$155,800 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,194
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$34,194
Per Capita$19,842
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,754M
Commute7 min

Housing

A
Home Value$155,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,779
Housing Units46

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,679 ft (512 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute7 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries7

Is Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valley is $34,194, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valley is $155,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Valley has a population of 93 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

93
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.6%
Female 62.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley is $34,194, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,194
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,842
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$69,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,025
County GDP$1,754M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare91
Retail111
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,305
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley is $155,800, 45% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,800
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,779

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-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units46
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,305
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Valley, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma14.1%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate68.6%
Dental Visits53.9%
Premature Death9,095/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities91
Valley has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,679 ft (512 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates48.1729°N, 117.7245°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS53065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+66.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.36
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants84
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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