Median Income
$60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$204,300
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,158
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.1%
78% higher than US avg
How Wasco Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population523
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density518/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
B
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$29,867
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.1%
County GDP$774M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$204,300
Rent$1,158
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI23 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Elevation1,284 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+88.4%
School Score4.74
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Libraries1
Is Wasco a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wasco receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Wasco offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wasco is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wasco is $204,300, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,158 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Wasco experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches, including 26.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.
Wasco has a population of 523 with a density of 518 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%), with 6.3% Hispanic.
Population
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Wasco is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,000 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,867 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,252 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,077 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.1% |
| 78% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 118 |
| County GDP | $774M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,100 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.52% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Wasco is $204,300, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,158 (0% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $204,300 |
| 28% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,158 |
| 0% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,281 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,289 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,600 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,225 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,589 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,100 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.52% |
In Wasco, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wasco vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.3% |
| Depression | 29.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,702/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 5.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Wasco vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Wasco has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.5 inches |
| 57% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 23.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 87.1% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,284 ft (391 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 518/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5917°N, 120.6975°W |
| County FIPS | 41055 |