Median Income
$56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$363,600
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.6%
6% lower than US avg
How Yaak Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population310
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$28,974
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$880M
Commute39 min
Housing
B
Home Value$363,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation2,960 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute39 min
Libraries3
Is Yaak a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Yaak receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Yaak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Yaak is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Yaak is $363,600, 29% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Yaak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Yaak has a population of 310 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 6.5% Hispanic.
Population
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.0% |
| 63% below US avg |
The median household income in Yaak is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,250 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,974 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,336 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 960 |
| County GDP | $880M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Healthcare | 63 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,052 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 39.0 min |
| Work from Home | 50.6% |
The median home value in Yaak is $363,600, 29% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $363,600 |
| 29% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,052 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.84% |
In Yaak, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Yaak vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,743/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 63 |
Crime Rates: Yaak vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Yaak has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 41.0°F |
| 24% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.8 inches |
| 40% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,960 ft (902 m) |
| Area | 27.9 sq mi (72.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.8299°N, 115.6864°W |
| County FIPS | 30053 |