Venersborg, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Venersborg is a small town in Washington with a population of 4,827. Residents earn $126,667 per year, which is 69% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,827 Population 451/sq mi density
$126,667 Median Income $46,082 per capita
$679,400 Home Value
$1,685 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$126,667 median income, 4.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$679,400 home value, $1,685/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $126,667
69% higher than US avg
Home Value $679,400
141% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.7%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,685
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,827
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$126,667
Per Capita$46,082
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$33,425M
Commute34 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$679,400
Rent$1,685
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation567 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 52%
Commute34 min
Libraries10

Is Venersborg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Venersborg receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Venersborg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Venersborg is $126,667, which is significantly higher than the national average — 69% above $75,149. This places Venersborg among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Venersborg is $679,400, making it a premium housing market at 141% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,685 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Venersborg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Venersborg has a population of 4,827 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

4,827
Total Population
451
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Venersborg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Venersborg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Venersborg is $126,667, which is 69% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Venersborg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,667
69% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,082
Avg Weekly Wage$1,398
IRS Avg AGI$98,017

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,322
County GDP$33,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants903
Healthcare1,402
Retail1,062
Manufacturing427

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,201
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Venersborg is $679,400, 141% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,685 (45% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$679,400
141% above US avg
Median List Price$1,562,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,562,500
$/Sq Ft$295
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.9%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,685
45% above 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-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,201
77% above US avg
Effective Rate0.91%
In Venersborg, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate66.6%
Premature Death6,422/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,402

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Venersborg has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation567 ft (173 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.7 km²)
Population Density451/sq mi
Coordinates45.7860°N, 122.4716°W
County FIPS53011
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.1%
D 52.1%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density451/sq mi
Total Area10.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,402
Restaurants903
Retail Stores1,062

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Work from Home15.7%

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