Winthrop, WA

Washington

Winthrop is a small town in Washington with a population of 404. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
404 Population 421/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $40,542 per capita
$471,000 Home Value $603,053 Zillow
$1,080 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 1.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$471,000 home value, $1,080/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $471,000
67% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,080
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$40,542
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$2,353M
Commute14 min

Housing

C
Home Value$471,000
Rent$1,080
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$603,053
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property3,333/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,429/100K

Health

Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation1,754 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute14 min
Broadband83.6%
EV Stations6
Libraries8

Is Winthrop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winthrop receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Winthrop offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winthrop is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winthrop is $471,000, making it a premium housing market at 67% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Winthrop 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 3,333 per 100,000, 70% above the national average.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Winthrop experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches, including 59.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Winthrop has a population of 404 with a density of 421 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.6%), with 14.9% Hispanic.

Population

404
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Winthrop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.4%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.6%
39% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Winthrop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winthrop is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Winthrop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,542
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$63,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,627
County GDP$2,353M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare117
Retail185
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.3 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Winthrop is $471,000, 67% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,080 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $603,053.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$471,000
67% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$603,053

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,080
7% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

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-Occupied62.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Winthrop, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death9,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities117
Winthrop has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,333 per 100,000 (70% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Winthrop 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 Property3,333.3/100K
70% above US avg
Burglary1,428.6/100K
Theft1,666.7/100K
Vehicle Theft238.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters1,092

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Winthrop has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall59.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,754 ft (535 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates48.4716°N, 120.1791°W
County FIPS53047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 15 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.36
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.6%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants127
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,092
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.3 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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