Willapa, WA

Washington

Willapa is a small town in Washington with a population of 195.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
195 Population 696/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,158 per capita
$173,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $173,800
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population195
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density696/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,158
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,033M
Commute38 min

Housing

Home Value$173,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain83.7 in/yr
Elevation27 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute38 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries5

Is Willapa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willapa receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Willapa faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willapa is $173,800, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Willapa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 83.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Willapa has a population of 195 with a density of 696 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Black.

Population

195
Total Population
696
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Willapa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willapa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willapa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Willapa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,158
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$66,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)691
County GDP$1,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare38
Retail78
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.4 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Willapa is $173,800, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,800
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied79.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Willapa, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.7%
Premature Death10,076/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access55.0%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Willapa has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 83.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.7 inches
120% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation27 ft (8 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density696/sq mi
Coordinates46.6754°N, 123.6648°W
County FIPS53049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.36
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density696/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants102
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.4 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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