Wilbur, WA

Washington

Wilbur is a small town in Washington with a population of 922. Residents earn $54,821 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
922 Population 698/sq mi density
$54,821 Median Income $30,613 per capita
$220,700 Home Value $286,733 Zillow
$817 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,821 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$220,700 home value, $817/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,821
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,700
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population922
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density698/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,821
Per Capita$30,613
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$685M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$220,700
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,733

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property829/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary237/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation2,161 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Libraries6

Is Wilbur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilbur receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wilbur offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilbur is $54,821, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilbur is $220,700, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Wilbur is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 829 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilbur experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Wilbur has a population of 922 with a density of 698 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

922
Total Population
698
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilbur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilbur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilbur is $54,821, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Wilbur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,821
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,613
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$73,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)451
County GDP$685M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare14
Retail40
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilbur is $220,700, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,733.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,700
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,733

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In Wilbur, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death7,269/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access36.7%
Healthcare Facilities14
Wilbur has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 829 per 100,000 (58% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property829.4/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary237.0/100K
Theft237.0/100K
Vehicle Theft355.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Wilbur has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,161 ft (659 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density698/sq mi
Coordinates47.7581°N, 118.7119°W
County FIPS53043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density698/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home8.6%

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