White Swan, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

White Swan is a small town in Washington with a population of 598. Residents earn $56,458 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
598 Population 224/sq mi density
$56,458 Median Income $13,382 per capita
$88,500 Home Value $296,999 Zillow
$495 Median Rent 12.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$56,458 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,500 home value, $495/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,458
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $495
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.3%
160% higher than US avg

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

People

Population598
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 18%
Veterans0.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,458
Per Capita$13,382
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty32.3%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,500
Rent$495
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,999
Rent Burden12.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation992 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+68.5%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute17 min
Broadband87.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is White Swan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Swan receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. White Swan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Swan is $56,458, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Swan is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $495 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

White Swan 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.

White Swan has a population of 598 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (67.1%), with 17.7% White.

Population

598
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

White Swan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.2%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.8%
48% above US avg

Social Characteristics

White Swan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Swan is $56,458, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: White Swan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,458
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,382
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.3%
160% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,385
County GDP$13,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare599
Retail708
Manufacturing248

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in White Swan is $88,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $495 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,999.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$296,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$81
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio81.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$495
57% below US avg
Rent Burden12.2%

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-Occupied45.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Rate5.77%
In White Swan, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Swan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma14.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress18.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.4%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

White Swan has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall20.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation992 ft (302 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates46.3770°N, 120.7381°W
County FIPS53077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+68.5%
School Test Score5.36
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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