What are the schools like in Ione, WA?

Ione is served primarily by Selkirk School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1.

What is the median household income in Ione?

The median household income in Ione, WA is $46,944 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 15.1%.

What is the weather like in Ione, WA?

Ione has an average high temperature of 32.6°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 54.8 inches.

Ione, WA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Ione, WA affordable or expensive?

Ione's cost of living index is 99, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ione is 1% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $214,600 and the median rent is $820 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ione, WA?

Ione has a violent crime rate of 145.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1501.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Ione, WA a Good Place to Live?

Ione is a small town of 342 in Washington, with a median household income of $46,944 and a 15.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 99 (US average = 100), which is 1% below the national average.

Strengths: Ione stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Ione is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ione city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 99.2

Ione's overall cost of living index is 99.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ione costs roughly 1% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ione, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$214,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$820	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,944	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Ione's violent crime rate is 145.7 per 100,000 residents — 62% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

145.7 /100k

Property Crime

1501.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Ione is served primarily by Selkirk School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ione, WA	National Avg
School District	Selkirk School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ione sees average highs of 32.6°F in January and 83.6°F in July, with 31.9 inches of annual precipitation and 54.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ione, WA
Average High — January	32.6°F
Average High — July	83.6°F
Annual Precipitation	31.9"
Annual Snowfall	54.8"

Demographics

Metric	Ione, WA	National Avg
Population	342	—
Median Age	53.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	15.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.7%	22.2%
65 and over	25.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Metaline, WA 8 mi Metaline Falls, WA 9 mi Northport, WA 20 mi Colville, WA 26 mi Cusick, WA 29 mi

ZIP Codes in Ione

Ione, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

99139

Ione vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ione, WA affordable or expensive?

Ione's cost of living index is 99, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ione roughly 1% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $214,600 and median rent is $820/month.

What is the crime rate in Ione, WA?

Ione's violent crime rate is 145.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1501.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Ione?

Public schools in Ione are operated by Selkirk School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1. 29.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ione, WA a good place to live?

Ione, WA has a population of 342, a median household income of $46,944, and an unemployment rate of 15.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Ione?

Ione averages 32.6°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 31.9 inches with about 54.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ione?

Ione, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 99139.

What is the population of Ione?

The population of Ione, Washington is 342 with a median age of 53.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ione?

Key numbers for living in Ione: cost of living index 99 (100 = US average), median home $214,600, median household income $46,944, crime index 52 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ione side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.