Median Income $38,700

49% lower than US avg

Home Value $61,700

78% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.6%

24% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.9%

40% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.1%

35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population106

Median Age54.4 yrs

Density105/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 30%

Veterans89.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$38,700

Per Capita$22,546

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty8.1%

County GDP$1,323M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$61,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units66

Health

Obesity44.9%

Uninsured11.8%

Smoking16.2%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain55.7 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation435 ft (133 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.6%

High School+72.1%

Graduate+15.7%

School Score5.47

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute20 min

Broadband62.0%

Libraries1

Is Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Washington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washington is $38,700, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washington is $61,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Washington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Washington has a population of 106 with a density of 105 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61.3%), with 30.2% White.

Population

106

Total Population

105

People / sq mi

54.4yrs

Median Age

40% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.4%

Female 40.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.1%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	9.9%
	26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington is $38,700, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,700
	49% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$22,546
Avg Weekly Wage	$871
IRS Avg AGI	$47,089

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.1%
	35% below US avg
Establishments (County)	502
County GDP	$1,323M

Business (County)

Restaurants	34
Healthcare	52
Retail	73
Manufacturing	23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,413
	60% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.8 min
Drive Alone	82.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington is $61,700, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$61,700
	78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,007
1 Bedroom	$1,115
2 Bedrooms	$1,347
3 Bedrooms	$1,873
4 Bedrooms	$2,213

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	83.9%
Housing Units	66
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,413
	60% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.29%

In Washington, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.9%
	40% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	39.4%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	6.0%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.3%
Physical Inactivity	34.9%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	42.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.0%
Uninsured	11.8%
	37% above US avg
Checkup Rate	78.6%
Dental Visits	51.5%
Premature Death	11,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.6/10
Exercise Access	60.5%
Healthcare Facilities	52

Washington has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	62.4°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	42°F (6°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	55.7 inches
	47% above US avg
Snowfall	2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	83.1%
Unhealthy Days	1

Geography

Elevation	435 ft (133 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	105/sq mi
Coordinates	33.7729°N, 93.6833°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05057

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%

D 29.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.6%
	24% below US avg
High School+	72.1%
Graduate Degree+	15.7%
School Test Score	5.47

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	105/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	62.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	52
Restaurants	34
Retail Stores	73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.8 min
Drive Alone	82.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Washington a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Washington vs U.S. Average

Income: Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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