Wallula, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Wallula is a small town in Washington with a population of 127. Residents earn $62,857 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
127 Population 1,155/sq mi density
$62,857 Median Income $16,394 per capita
$207,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$62,857 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$207,100 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,857
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,100
27% 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 70.0%
465% higher than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age7.0 yrs
Density1,155/mi²
Male / Female80% / 21%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,857
Per Capita$16,394
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty70.0%
County GDP$4,583M

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation414 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
CommuteN/A
Broadband34.0%
Libraries7

Is Wallula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wallula receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Wallula stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wallula is $62,857, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 70.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wallula is $207,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wallula experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Wallula has a population of 127 with a density of 1,155 people per square mile. The median age is 7.0 years, 82% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (26.8%).

Population

127
Total Population
1,155
People / sq mi
7.0yrs
Median Age
82% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 79.5%
Female 20.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wallula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.1%
44% below US avg
Spanish55.9%
317% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wallula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wallula is $62,857, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 70.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Wallula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,857
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,394
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$78,142

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate70.0%
465% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,804
County GDP$4,583M

Business (County)

Restaurants155
Healthcare168
Retail176
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,719
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wallula is $207,100, 27% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,100
27% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,719
63% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Wallula, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.9%
Checkup Rate63.1%
Premature Death7,867/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wallula has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation414 ft (126 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,155/sq mi
Coordinates46.0847°N, 118.9056°W
County FIPS53071
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 8.1-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.7%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 8.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,155/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants155
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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