Living in Rosalia, Washington

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Rosalia · Census data 2020–2024

Rosalia has 513 residents with a median age of 50.2. The median household income is $50,938 (48% lower than the Washington median), the median home value is $197,700, the median rent is $1,042/month.

Rosalia is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Rosalia at a glance

Population
513
Median age
50.2State: 38.3
Median household income
$50,938State: $98,141
Median home value
$197,700State: $564,600
Median rent
$1,042/moState: $1,760
Homeowners
86.7%
Bachelor's degree or higher
10.3%
Average commute
31 min

Is Rosalia a good place to live?

Pros: Home values 65% lower than the state median.

Cons: Median household income 48% lower than the Washington median; an average commute of 31 minutes; unemployment of 7.9%; a poverty rate of 19.8%.

The weather is best in June to September.

Cost of living in Rosalia

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Rosalia the median home value is $197,700, 41% lower than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, which is 51% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $1,335 a month in housing costs.

Median home value

Rosalia$197,700
Washington$564,600
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

Rosalia$1,042
Washington$1,760
United States$1,413

Rosalia median household income

The median household income in Rosalia is $50,938 and the income per person is $32,794. 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line (Washington: 9.9%).

Median household income

Rosalia$50,938
Washington$98,141
United States$80,734

Housing in Rosalia: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
302
Owner-occupied
86.7%
Renter-occupied
13.3%
Vacant
15.6%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1938
Average household size
2.01

Rosalia demographics

Population
513
Median age
50.2
Under 18
23.8%
65 and older
25.1%
Households
255
Foreign-born
0.4%
Veterans
10.3%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White79.3%
Hispanic or Latino8.8%
Black1.8%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Rosalia ›

Education in Rosalia

10.3% of adults 25 and older in Rosalia have a bachelor's degree or higher (Washington: 39.6%), and 5.1% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Rosalia10.3%
Washington39.6%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Rosalia

Unemployment rate
7.9%State: 5.1%
Average commute
31 minState: 27 min
Work from home
6.7%
Drive alone
75.5%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
16.8%
Homes with broadband
84.3%

Rosalia vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Rosalia513$50,938$197,700$1,042
Malden100$26,250$49,500—
Oakesdale396$78,750$258,300$575
Waverly166$65,909$225,000$1,000
Latah235$56,875$175,000—
Spangle322$74,145$314,500—
Fairfield621$81,923$249,100$1,172
St. John607$46,250$208,300$888
Tekoa690$46,250$211,900$796

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Living in Rosalia: FAQ

What is the median household income in Rosalia, WA?

The median household income in Rosalia is $50,938, 48% lower than the Washington median of $98,141 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

What is the average home price in Rosalia?

The median home value in Rosalia is $197,700, compared with $564,600 in Washington.

How much is rent in Rosalia?

The median gross rent in Rosalia is $1,042 per month, about 51% of household income.

Is Rosalia, WA a good place to live?

Pluses: home values 65% lower than the state median. Minuses: median household income 48% lower than the Washington median; an average commute of 31 minutes; unemployment of 7.9%; a poverty rate of 19.8%.

What is the median age in Rosalia?

The median age in Rosalia is 50.2 years (Washington: 38.3).

How long is the commute in Rosalia?

The average commute to work in Rosalia is 31 minutes; 6.7% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in Rosalia?

The unemployment rate in Rosalia is 7.9% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Rosalia?

10.3% of adults in Rosalia 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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