What are the schools like in Northport, WA?

Northport is served primarily by Northport School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.4:1.

What is the median household income in Northport?

The median household income in Northport, WA is $40,197 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Northport, WA?

Northport has an average high temperature of 31.1°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 46.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Northport, WA affordable or expensive?

Northport's cost of living index is 101, where 100 represents the national average. This means Northport is 1% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $140,400 and the median rent is $785 per month.

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

Northport has a violent crime rate of 67.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 584.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Northport, WA a Good Place to Live?

Northport is a small town of 236 in Washington, with a median household income of $40,197 . Its cost of living index is 101 (US average = 100), which is 1% above the national average.

Strengths: Northport stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Northport is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Northport 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: 101.0

Northport's overall cost of living index is 101.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Northport costs roughly 1% more than the average American city.

Metric	Northport, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$140,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$785	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$40,197	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Northport's violent crime rate is 67.8 per 100,000 residents — 82% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

67.8 /100k

Property Crime

584.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Northport is served primarily by Northport School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Northport, WA	National Avg
School District	Northport School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Northport sees average highs of 31.1°F in January and 85.4°F in July, with 20.3 inches of annual precipitation and 46.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Northport, WA
Average High — January	31.1°F
Average High — July	85.4°F
Annual Precipitation	20.3"
Annual Snowfall	46.6"

Demographics

Metric	Northport, WA	National Avg
Population	236	—
Median Age	56.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.6%	18.9%
Asian	1.7%	6.3%
Under 18	9.3%	22.2%
65 and over	25.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Metaline, WA 18 mi Barstow, WA 19 mi Metaline Falls, WA 19 mi Orient, WA 20 mi Ione, WA 20 mi

ZIP Codes in Northport

Northport, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

99157

Northport vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northport, WA affordable or expensive?

Northport's cost of living index is 101, where 100 is the national average. That puts Northport roughly 1% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $140,400 and median rent is $785/month.

What is the crime rate in Northport, WA?

Northport's violent crime rate is 67.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 584.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Northport?

Public schools in Northport are operated by Northport School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.4:1. 14.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Northport, WA a good place to live?

Northport, WA has a population of 236, a median household income of $40,197, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Northport?

Northport averages 31.1°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 20.3 inches with about 46.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Northport?

Northport, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 99157.

What is the population of Northport?

The population of Northport, Washington is 236 with a median age of 56.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Northport?

Key numbers for living in Northport: cost of living index 101 (100 = US average), median home $140,400, median household income $40,197, crime index 22 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Northport side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.