What are the schools like in Outlook, WA?

Outlook is served primarily by Sunnyside School District. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.5:1.

What is the median household income in Outlook?

The median household income in Outlook, WA is $68,351 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 Outlook, WA?

Outlook has an average high temperature of 37.6°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.9 inches.

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

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

Outlook has a violent crime rate of 340.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1988.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Outlook, WA a Good Place to Live?

Outlook is a small town of 340 in Washington, with a median household income of $68,351 .

Strengths: Outlook stands out for short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Outlook is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

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

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Outlook metro area.

Metric	Outlook, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$68,351	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Outlook's violent crime rate is 340.8 per 100,000 residents — 10% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

340.8 /100k

Property Crime

1988.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Outlook is served primarily by Sunnyside School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.5:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Outlook, WA	National Avg
School District	Sunnyside School District	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	24.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	74.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Outlook sees average highs of 37.6°F in January and 88.4°F in July, with 8.1 inches of annual precipitation and 9.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Outlook, WA
Average High — January	37.6°F
Average High — July	88.4°F
Annual Precipitation	8.1"
Annual Snowfall	9.9"

Demographics

Metric	Outlook, WA	National Avg
Population	340	—
Median Age	44.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	46.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	53.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.6%	22.2%
65 and over	0.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sunnyside, WA 4 mi Granger, WA 5 mi Mabton, WA 10 mi Zillah, WA 10 mi Grandview, WA 11 mi

Outlook vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Outlook, WA affordable or expensive?

Outlook has a median home value of N/A and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $68,351.

What is the crime rate in Outlook, WA?

Outlook's violent crime rate is 340.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1988.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Outlook?

Public schools in Outlook are operated by Sunnyside School District. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.5:1. 24.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Outlook, WA a good place to live?

Outlook, WA has a population of 340, a median household income of $68,351, 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 Outlook?

Outlook averages 37.6°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 8.1 inches with about 9.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Outlook?

The population of Outlook, Washington is 340 with a median age of 44.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Outlook?

Key numbers for living in Outlook: median home N/A, median household income $68,351, crime index 92 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Outlook side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.