Warden, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Warden is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,531. Residents earn $52,344 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,531 Population 846/sq mi density
$52,344 Median Income $21,709 per capita
$171,900 Home Value $283,775 Zillow
$819 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
73 Violent Crime/100K 1,754 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,344 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$171,900 home value, $819/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
73 violent crimes/100K (81% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,344
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,900
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 73/100K
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,531
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density846/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 28%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,344
Per Capita$21,709
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$16,919M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,900
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,775

Crime

F
Violent73/100K
Property1,754/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault37/100K
Burglary219/100K

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation1,301 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+68.7%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute16 min
Libraries6

Is Warden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warden receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Warden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warden is $52,344, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Warden is $171,900, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Warden is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,754 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Warden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Warden has a population of 2,531 with a density of 846 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (27.9%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,531
Total Population
846
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Warden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.4%
50% below US avg
Spanish60.6%
352% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Warden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warden is $52,344, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Warden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,344
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,709
Avg Weekly Wage$1,362
IRS Avg AGI$87,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,416
County GDP$16,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants479
Healthcare684
Retail596
Manufacturing164

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,091
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Warden is $171,900, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,775.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,900
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,775

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% 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-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,091
45% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Warden, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death7,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities684
Warden has a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents, 81% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,754 per 100,000 (10% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent73.1/100K
81% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape36.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault36.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,754.4/100K
10% below US avg
Burglary219.3/100K
Theft1,169.6/100K
Vehicle Theft365.5/100K
Arson36.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Warden has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
79% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,301 ft (397 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density846/sq mi
Coordinates46.9673°N, 119.0528°W
County FIPS53005
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.6%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+68.7%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density846/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities684
Restaurants479
Retail Stores596

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Work from Home3.2%

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