Washington · Metropolitan Area
Wapato is a small town in Washington with a population of 4,577. Residents earn $51,341 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wapato receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wapato has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Wapato is $51,341, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Wapato is $177,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Wapato is below the national average at 158 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,352 per 100,000, near the national average.
6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Wapato experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 20.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 20.9% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 79.1% |
| 490% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,341 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $17,688 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,002 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,706 |
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,385 |
| County GDP | $13,348M |
| Restaurants | 526 |
| Healthcare | 599 |
| Retail | 708 |
| Manufacturing | 248 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,109 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.88% |
| Commute Time | 20.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
| Census Median | $177,600 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $276,588 |
| Census Median Rent | $931 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,109 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.88% |
| Obesity | 44.5% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.6% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 66.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,201/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 599 |
| Total Violent | 158.1/100K |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 19.8/100K |
| Robbery | 39.5/100K |
| Assault | 98.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,352.2/100K |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 513.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,304.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 533.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 7.8 inches |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 20.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 852 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,946/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4436°N, 120.4215°W |
| County FIPS | 53077 |
Winner: Republican by 14.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.1% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 53.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 3,946/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 599 |
| Restaurants | 526 |
| Retail Stores | 708 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 20.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |