What are the schools like in Washtucna, WA?

Washtucna is served primarily by Washtucna School District. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.4:1.

What is the median household income in Washtucna?

The median household income in Washtucna, WA is $61,667 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 15.7%.

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

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

Washtucna has a violent crime rate of 410.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2877.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Q: What is the weather like in Washtucna, WA?

Washtucna has an average high temperature of 38.7°F in January and 89.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 13.5 inches.

Is Washtucna, WA a Good Place to Live?

Washtucna is a small town of 176 in Washington, with a median household income of $61,667 and a 15.7% unemployment rate.

Strengths: Washtucna stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

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

All Washtucna 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 Washtucna metro area.

Metric	Washtucna, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$85,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,667	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Washtucna's violent crime rate is 410.3 per 100,000 residents — 8% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

410.3 /100k

Property Crime

2877.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Washtucna is served primarily by Washtucna School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Washtucna, WA	National Avg
School District	Washtucna School District	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Washtucna sees average highs of 38.7°F in January and 89.5°F in July, with 10.8 inches of annual precipitation and 13.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Washtucna, WA
Average High — January	38.7°F
Average High — July	89.5°F
Annual Precipitation	10.8"
Annual Snowfall	13.5"

Demographics

Metric	Washtucna, WA	National Avg
Population	176	—
Median Age	50.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	15.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.3%	22.2%
65 and over	19.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Kahlotus, WA 14 mi Starbuck, WA 18 mi LaCrosse, WA 19 mi Lind, WA 21 mi Hatton, WA 25 mi

ZIP Codes in Washtucna

Washtucna, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

99371

Washtucna vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washtucna, WA affordable or expensive?

Washtucna has a median home value of $85,000 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $61,667.

What is the crime rate in Washtucna, WA?

Washtucna's violent crime rate is 410.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2877.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Washtucna?

Public schools in Washtucna are operated by Washtucna School District. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.4:1. 18.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Washtucna, WA a good place to live?

Washtucna, WA has a population of 176, a median household income of $61,667, and an unemployment rate of 15.7%. 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 Washtucna?

Washtucna averages 38.7°F in January and 89.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 10.8 inches with about 13.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Washtucna?

Washtucna, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 99371.

What is the population of Washtucna?

The population of Washtucna, Washington is 176 with a median age of 50.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Washtucna?

Key numbers for living in Washtucna: median home $85,000, median household income $61,667, crime index 120 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Washtucna side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.