Living in McChord AFB, Washington
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of McChord AFB · Census data 2020–2024
McChord AFB has 2,999 residents with a median age of 23.4. The median household income is $54,808 (44% lower than the Washington median), the median rent is $2,323/month.
McChord AFB at a glance
- Population
- 2,999
- Median age
- 23.4State: 38.3
- Median household income
- $54,808State: $98,141
- Median rent
- $2,323/moState: $1,760
- Homeowners
- 2.7%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28.2%
- Average commute
- 14 min
Is McChord AFB a good place to live?
Pros: An average commute of 14 minutes; unemployment of 0%.
Cons: Median household income 44% lower than the Washington median; a poverty rate of 14.4%.
The weather is best in June to September.
Cost of living in McChord AFB
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In McChord AFB the median home value is —. Renters pay a median of $2,323 per month, which is 51% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay — a month in housing costs.
McChord AFB median household income
The median household income in McChord AFB is $54,808 and the income per person is $22,832. 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line (Washington: 9.9%).
Housing in McChord AFB: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 914
- Owner-occupied
- 2.7%
- Renter-occupied
- 97.3%
- Vacant
- 12.3%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 2002
- Average household size
- 3.05
McChord AFB demographics
- Population
- 2,999
- Median age
- 23.4
- Under 18
- 32.6%
- 65 and older
- 0%
- Households
- 802
- Foreign-born
- 2.6%
- Veterans
- 14%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of McChord AFB ›
Education in McChord AFB
28.2% of adults 25 and older in McChord AFB have a bachelor's degree or higher (Washington: 39.6%), and 9.2% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in McChord AFB
- Unemployment rate
- 0%State: 5.1%
- Average commute
- 14 minState: 27 min
- Work from home
- 1.5%
- Drive alone
- 71.7%
- Public transit
- 0%
- Walk to work
- 7.5%
- Homes with broadband
- 100%
McChord AFB vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McChord AFB | 2,999 | $54,808 | — | $2,323 |
| Parkland | 38,742 | $72,239 | $423,000 | $1,663 |
| Lakewood | 62,937 | $74,720 | $461,200 | $1,525 |
| Spanaway | 34,019 | $98,251 | $445,700 | $1,813 |
| Fort Lewis | 15,167 | $58,796 | — | $2,282 |
| Midland | 9,050 | $84,700 | $412,800 | $1,546 |
| North Fort Lewis | 6,337 | $70,114 | — | $2,475 |
| Clover Creek | 7,345 | $95,061 | $471,900 | $1,814 |
| Steilacoom | 6,686 | $100,851 | $655,000 | $1,818 |
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What is the median household income in McChord AFB, WA?
The median household income in McChord AFB is $54,808, 44% lower than the Washington median of $98,141 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How much is rent in McChord AFB?
The median gross rent in McChord AFB is $2,323 per month, about 51% of household income.
Is McChord AFB, WA a good place to live?
Pluses: an average commute of 14 minutes; unemployment of 0%. Minuses: median household income 44% lower than the Washington median; a poverty rate of 14.4%.
What is the median age in McChord AFB?
The median age in McChord AFB is 23.4 years (Washington: 38.3).
How long is the commute in McChord AFB?
The average commute to work in McChord AFB is 14 minutes; 1.5% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in McChord AFB?
The unemployment rate in McChord AFB is 0% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is McChord AFB?
28.2% of adults in McChord AFB have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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