Wilson Creek, WA

Washington

Wilson Creek is a small town in Washington with a population of 183. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
183 Population 189/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $28,986 per capita
$157,500 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,500 home value, $850/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,500
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density189/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$28,986
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$8,583M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation1,282 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute42 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries10

Is Wilson Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilson Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Wilson Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilson Creek is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilson Creek is $157,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilson Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Wilson Creek has a population of 183 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

183
Total Population
189
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilson Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilson Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilson Creek is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Wilson Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,986
Avg Weekly Wage$1,222
IRS Avg AGI$63,521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,694
County GDP$8,583M

Business (County)

Restaurants233
Healthcare186
Retail290
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilson Creek is $157,500, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,500
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

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-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Wilson Creek, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wilson Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death8,460/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities186

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Wilson Creek has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
79% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,282 ft (391 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density189/sq mi
Coordinates47.4230°N, 119.1177°W
County FIPS53025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.5-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 37.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density189/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants233
Retail Stores290

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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