Darrington, WA

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Darrington Overview

1,233
TOTAL POPULATION
636
MALE POPULATION
597
FEMALE POPULATION
106.53
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.87
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,540
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,028
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
59.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
40.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
500
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
13.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Darrington Zip Codes

Darrington Area Codes

Race in Darrington

The most populous races in Darrington are White / Caucasian (1,145 | 92.9%), Hispanic or Latino (106 | 8.6%), and Two or more Races (61 | 5.0%).
Race in Darrington
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1068.6%
Native / Alaskan60.5%
White / Caucasian1,14592.9%
Two or more Races615.0%
Some other Race211.7%
Total1,233100.0%

Ancestry in Darrington

The most populous ancestries reported in Darrington are German (241 | 19.6%), Irish (221 | 17.9%), English (150 | 12.2%), Norwegian (117 | 9.5%), and Scottish (117 | 9.5%), together accounting for 68.6% of all Darrington residents.
Ancestry in Darrington
Ancestry# Population% Population
African30.2%
Aleut10.1%
American302.4%
British80.6%
Central American211.7%
Colville10.1%
Danish60.5%
Dutch20.2%
English15012.2%
European443.6%
Finnish131.1%
French161.3%
German24119.6%
Irish22117.9%
Italian393.2%
Mexican655.3%
Norwegian1179.5%
Polish241.9%
Portuguese70.6%
Puget Sound Salish40.3%
Salvadoran211.7%
Scotch-Irish141.1%
Scottish1179.5%
Spaniard131.1%
Spanish70.6%
Subsaharan African30.2%
Swedish40.3%
Swiss131.1%
Ukrainian70.6%
Welsh292.4%
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Immigrants in Darrington

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Darrington came from Europe (20 | 1.6%), Central America (17 | 1.4%), Latin America (17 | 1.4%), Mexico (17 | 1.4%), and Eastern Europe (7 | 0.6%), together accounting for 6.3% of all Darrington residents.
Immigrants in Darrington
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada50.4%
Central America171.4%
Eastern Europe70.6%
Europe201.6%
Germany50.4%
Latin America171.4%
Mexico171.4%
Netherlands20.2%
Northern Europe60.5%
Ukraine70.6%
Western Europe70.6%
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Sex and Age in Darrington

Sex and Age in Darrington

The most populous age groups in Darrington are 80 to 84 Years (74 | 11.6%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (73 | 12.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Darrington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years26 (4.1%)10 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Years57 (9.0%)7 (1.2%)
10 to 14 Years19 (3.0%)73 (12.2%)
15 to 19 Years44 (6.9%)33 (5.5%)
20 to 24 Years8 (1.3%)33 (5.5%)
25 to 29 Years55 (8.6%)40 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Years35 (5.5%)7 (1.2%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)46 (7.7%)
40 to 44 Years59 (9.3%)65 (10.9%)
45 to 49 Years45 (7.1%)36 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years39 (6.1%)7 (1.2%)
55 to 59 Years25 (3.9%)27 (4.5%)
60 to 64 Years42 (6.6%)31 (5.2%)
65 to 69 Years28 (4.4%)66 (11.1%)
70 to 74 Years60 (9.4%)66 (11.1%)
75 to 79 Years20 (3.1%)35 (5.9%)
80 to 84 Years74 (11.6%)8 (1.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (1.2%)
Total636 (100.0%)597 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Darrington

Median Family Size in Darrington

The median family size in Darrington is 2.83 persons per family, with single male/father families (58 | 19.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.57 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (47 | 15.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.28 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Darrington
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple197 (65.2%)2.75
Single Male/Father58 (19.2%)3.57
Single Female/Mother47 (15.6%)2.28
Total Families302 (100.0%)2.83

Median Household Size in Darrington

The median household size in Darrington is 2.16 persons per household, with single male/father households (58 | 10.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.67 persons per household. non-family households (264 | 46.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.37 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Darrington
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple197 (34.8%)2.75
Single Male/Father58 (10.2%)3.67
Single Female/Mother47 (8.3%)2.28
Non-family264 (46.6%)1.37
Total Households566 (100.0%)2.16

Household Size by Marriage Status in Darrington

Out of a total of 566 households in Darrington, 302 (53.4%) are family households, while 264 (46.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 141, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 201.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Darrington
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-201 (35.5%)
2-Person Households141 (24.9%)51 (9.0%)
3-Person Households52 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households95 (16.8%)12 (2.1%)
5-Person Households14 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (53.4%)264 (46.6%)

Female Fertility in Darrington

Fertility by Age in Darrington

Female Fertility by Age in Darrington
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Darrington

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Darrington
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Darrington

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Darrington
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Darrington

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Darrington
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Darrington

Income Overview in Darrington

Per Capita Income in Darrington is $29,540, while median incomes of families and households are $69,028 and $48,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,233$29,540
Median Family Income302$69,028
Mean Family Income302$79,432
Median Household Income566$48,750
Mean Household Income566$63,763
Income Deficit302$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,23359.63%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,23340.37¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,2330.42

Earnings by Sex in Darrington

Average Earnings in Darrington are $41,667, $66,193 for men and $26,719 for women, a difference of 59.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Darrington
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male265 (53.4%)$66,193
Female231 (46.6%)$26,719
Total496 (100.0%)$41,667

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Darrington

The most common earnings brackets in Darrington are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (65 | 24.5%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (49 | 21.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Darrington
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less29 (10.9%)11 (4.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9996 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)29 (12.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)7 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)23 (10.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99923 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9993 (1.1%)13 (5.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)16 (6.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9997 (2.6%)11 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9999 (3.4%)22 (9.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)26 (11.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)9 (3.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)6 (2.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99914 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9998 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99923 (8.7%)9 (3.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99965 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99935 (13.2%)49 (21.2%)
$100,000+43 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total265 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Darrington

Average earnings in Darrington are $68,200 for men and $27,679 for women, a difference of 59.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $113,301, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $67,417. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,583, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,313.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Darrington
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$74,219$20,313
High School Diploma$67,417$23,295
College or Associate's Degree$80,313$39,583
Bachelor's Degree$113,301$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$68,200$27,679

Family Income in Darrington

Family Income Brackets in Darrington

According to the Darrington family income data, there are 84 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Darrington
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99962.0%
$15,000 to $24,9996621.9%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999278.9%
$50,000 to $74,9995919.5%
$75,000 to $99,9998427.8%
$100,000 to $149,999175.6%
$150,000 to $199,9994314.2%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Darrington

3-person families (42 | 13.9%) account for the highest median family income in Darrington with $76,333 per family, while 3-person families (42 | 13.9%) have the highest median income of $25,444 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Darrington
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families151 (50.0%)$50,764
3-Person Families42 (13.9%)$76,333
4-Person Families95 (31.5%)$0
5-Person Families14 (4.6%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total302 (100.0%)$69,028

Family Income by Number of Earners in Darrington

Family Income by Number of Earners in Darrington
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners72 (23.8%)$42,500
1 Earner101 (33.4%)$68,403
2 Earners105 (34.8%)$0
3+ Earners24 (8.0%)$106,786
Total302 (100.0%)$69,028

Household Income in Darrington

Household Income Brackets in Darrington

With 117 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Darrington, accounting for 20.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Darrington
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00030.5%
$10,000 to $14,999407.1%
$15,000 to $24,99911720.7%
$25,000 to $34,9998715.4%
$35,000 to $49,999396.9%
$50,000 to $74,9998515.0%
$75,000 to $99,99911320.0%
$100,000 to $149,999396.9%
$150,000 to $199,999437.6%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Darrington

The median household income in Darrington is $48,750, with the highest median household income of $88,438 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 151 households (26.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 8 households (1.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Darrington
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years8 (1.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years151 (26.7%)$88,438
45 to 64 Years149 (26.3%)$50,288
65+ Years258 (45.6%)$33,806
Total566 (100.0%)$48,750

Poverty in Darrington

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Darrington

With 22.3% poverty level for males and 15.0% for females among the residents of Darrington, 6 to 11 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 42 males (89.4%) and 14 females (32.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Darrington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years42 (89.4%)7 (15.2%)
12 to 14 Years7 (36.8%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years22 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years7 (46.7%)6 (13.6%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)14 (29.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)22 (19.8%)
45 to 54 Years52 (61.9%)14 (32.6%)
55 to 64 Years10 (14.9%)6 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (8.4%)
75 Years and over2 (2.1%)8 (19.1%)
Total142 (22.3%)88 (15.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Darrington

According to the poverty statistics in Darrington, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Darrington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years26 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
5 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (10.6%)39 (84.8%)
12 to 14 Years12 (63.2%)34 (100.0%)
15 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (33.3%)21 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years8 (53.3%)38 (86.4%)
25 to 34 Years90 (100.0%)33 (70.2%)
35 to 44 Years59 (100.0%)89 (80.2%)
45 to 54 Years32 (38.1%)29 (67.4%)
55 to 64 Years57 (85.1%)51 (89.5%)
65 to 74 Years88 (100.0%)120 (91.6%)
75 Years and over92 (97.9%)34 (80.9%)
Total494 (77.7%)498 (85.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Darrington

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Darrington show that 4.1% or 8 of the total 197 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.4%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Darrington
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children110 (98.2%)2 (1.8%)
1 or 2 Children75 (92.6%)6 (7.4%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total189 (95.9%)8 (4.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Darrington

According to the poverty data in Darrington, 39.7% or 23 single-father households and 21.3% or 10 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (40.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Darrington
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)10 (40.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (39.7%)10 (21.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Darrington

The poverty data for Darrington shows that 8 of the married-couple family households (4.1%) and 33 of the single-parent households (31.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (7.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Darrington
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children2 (1.8%)10 (28.6%)
1 or 2 Children6 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (4.1%)33 (31.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Darrington

Employment by Class of Employer in Darrington

Among the 421 employed individuals in Darrington, private company employees (241 | 57.2%), local government employees (87 | 20.7%), and state government employees (40 | 9.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Darrington
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees24157.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)71.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)337.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees8720.7%
State Government Employees409.5%
Federal Government Employees133.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total421100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Darrington

According to the labor force statistics for Darrington, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,037), 48.2% or 500 individuals are in the labor force, with 13.8% or 69 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 41 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 40.5% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Darrington
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years48 (65.8%)18 (37.5%)
20 to 24 Years41 (100.0%)6 (14.6%)
25 to 29 Years71 (74.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years42 (100.0%)17 (40.5%)
35 to 44 Years147 (86.5%)11 (7.5%)
45 to 54 Years68 (53.5%)7 (10.3%)
55 to 59 Years26 (50.0%)10 (38.5%)
60 to 64 Years20 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years37 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total500 (48.2%)69 (13.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Darrington

According to labor force statistics for Darrington, 66.9% of individuals (374) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (559) are in the labor force, with 12.0% or 45 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 75.9% or 60 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 62.5% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Darrington
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School56 (60.9%)58 (62.5%)
High School Diploma160 (62.3%)16 (6.3%)
College / Associate Degree60 (75.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher98 (74.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total374 (66.9%)67 (12.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Darrington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Darrington are Community & Social Service (94 | 21.8%), Education Instruction & Library (94 | 21.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (17 | 3.9%), Management (12 | 2.8%), and Architecture & Engineering (10 | 2.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Darrington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Darrington, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (58.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (58.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Darrington
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 39 (41.5%)55 (58.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library39 (41.5%)55 (58.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)68 (55.3%)55 (44.7%)
Total (Overall)212 (49.2%)219 (50.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Darrington are Food Preparation & Serving (49 | 11.4%), Security & Protection (29 | 6.7%), Healthcare Support (23 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (22 | 5.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (19 | 4.4%).
Services Occupations in Darrington

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Darrington, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (62.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (71.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Darrington
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Security & Protection18 (62.1%)11 (37.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention8 (42.1%)11 (57.9%)
Law Enforcement10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving14 (28.6%)35 (71.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Category)54 (40.6%)79 (59.4%)
Total (Overall)212 (49.2%)219 (50.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Darrington are Office & Administration (44 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (23 | 5.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Darrington

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Darrington
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)212 (49.2%)219 (50.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Darrington are Construction & Extraction (28 | 6.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (17 | 3.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Darrington

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Darrington
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)212 (49.2%)219 (50.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Darrington are Production (33 | 7.7%), Material Moving (16 | 3.7%), and Transportation (14 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Darrington

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Darrington
OccupationMaleFemale
Production29 (87.9%)4 (12.1%)
Transportation7 (50.0%)7 (50.0%)
Material Moving9 (56.2%)7 (43.8%)
Total (Category)45 (71.4%)18 (28.6%)
Total (Overall)212 (49.2%)219 (50.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Darrington

Employment Industries in Darrington

The major employment industries in Darrington include Educational Services (72 | 16.7%), Manufacturing (56 | 13.0%), Construction (54 | 12.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (48 | 11.1%), and Public Administration (40 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries in Darrington

Employment Industries by Sex in Darrington

The Darrington industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Information (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Darrington
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction32 (59.3%)22 (40.7%)
Manufacturing48 (85.7%)8 (14.3%)
Wholesale Trade9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade15 (55.6%)12 (44.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services39 (54.2%)33 (45.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11 (22.9%)37 (77.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services3 (9.1%)30 (90.9%)
Public Administration25 (62.5%)15 (37.5%)
Total212 (49.2%)219 (50.8%)

Education in Darrington

School Enrollment in Darrington

The most common levels of schooling among the 234 students in Darrington are middle school (87 | 37.2%), high school (75 | 32.1%), and elementary school (33 | 14.1%).
School Enrollment in Darrington
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten3113.3%
Elementary School3314.1%
Middle School8737.2%
High School7532.1%
College / Undergraduate83.4%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total234100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Darrington

Out of a total of 234 students who are enrolled in schools in Darrington, 6 (2.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 228 (97.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (10.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 64 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Darrington
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds53 (89.8%)6 (10.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total228 (97.4%)6 (2.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Darrington

Education (82 | 26.6%), physical & health sciences (67 | 21.7%), engineering (67 | 21.7%), business (34 | 11.0%), and bio, nature & agricultural (21 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 308 individuals in Darrington who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Darrington
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural216.8%
Physical & Health Sciences6721.7%
Psychology72.3%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering6721.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology123.9%
Business3411.0%
Education8226.6%
Literature & Languages51.6%
Liberal Arts & History61.9%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities72.3%
Total308100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Darrington

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Darrington

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Darrington are males with 2 vehicles (96, accounting for 45.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (53, making up 45.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Darrington
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)7 (3.4%)
1 Vehicle18 (8.5%)14 (6.7%)
2 Vehicles96 (45.3%)53 (25.4%)
3 Vehicles83 (39.2%)86 (41.1%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)11 (5.3%)
5 or more Vehicles15 (7.1%)38 (18.2%)
Total212 (100.0%)209 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Darrington

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Darrington are less than 5 minutes (146 commuters, 38.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (82 commuters, 21.7%), and 60 to 89 minutes (40 commuters, 10.6%).
Commute Time in Darrington
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes14638.7%
5 to 9 Minutes8221.7%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes102.6%
20 to 24 Minutes20.5%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes133.5%
40 to 44 Minutes256.6%
45 to 59 Minutes236.1%
60 to 89 Minutes4010.6%
90 or more Minutes369.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Darrington

The most common commute times in Darrington are less than 5 minutes (101 commuters, 54.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (59 commuters, 30.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Darrington
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes101 (54.6%)45 (23.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes23 (12.4%)59 (30.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (6.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes18 (9.7%)7 (3.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes3 (1.6%)20 (10.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes7 (3.8%)33 (17.2%)
90 or more Minutes31 (16.8%)5 (2.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Darrington

The most frequent times of departure to work in Darrington are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (73, 39.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (40, 20.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Darrington
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM31 (16.8%)5 (2.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)25 (13.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)16 (8.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2 (1.1%)17 (8.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM7 (3.8%)33 (17.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM73 (39.5%)40 (20.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM7 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8 (4.3%)17 (8.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (3.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (7.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (2.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM29 (15.7%)8 (4.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM28 (15.1%)6 (3.1%)
Total185 (100.0%)192 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Darrington

Occupancy by Ownership in Darrington

Of the total 566 dwellings in Darrington, owner-occupied units account for 360 (63.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 206 (36.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Darrington
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units36063.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units20636.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units566100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Darrington

Occupancy by Household Size in Darrington
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household20135.5%
2-Person Household19233.9%
3-Person Household529.2%
4+ Person Household12121.4%
Total Housing Units566100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Darrington

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Darrington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household56 (27.9%)145 (72.1%)
2-Person Household142 (74.0%)50 (26.0%)
3-Person Household52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household110 (90.9%)11 (9.1%)
Total Housing Units360 (63.6%)206 (36.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Darrington

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Darrington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School29 (65.9%)15 (34.1%)
High School Diploma116 (55.2%)94 (44.8%)
College/Associate Degree119 (82.1%)26 (17.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher96 (57.5%)71 (42.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Darrington

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Darrington
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6812.0%
35 to 44 Years9116.1%
45 to 54 Years6110.8%
55 to 64 Years8815.5%
65 to 74 Years14425.4%
75 to 84 Years11420.1%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total566100.0%

Housing Finances in Darrington

Median Income by Occupancy in Darrington

Median Income by Occupancy in Darrington
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied360 (63.6%)$68,500
Renter-Occupied206 (36.4%)$33,022
Average566 (100.0%)$48,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Darrington

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Darrington
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (2.2%)32 (15.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99937 (10.3%)25 (12.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99923 (6.4%)32 (15.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (5.6%)67 (32.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (8.9%)7 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99972 (20.0%)13 (6.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99993 (25.8%)20 (9.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99929 (8.1%)10 (4.9%)
$150,000 or more43 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total360 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Darrington

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Darrington
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30015 (4.2%)20 (9.7%)
$300 to $49934 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79967 (18.6%)7 (3.4%)
$800 to $99913 (3.6%)127 (61.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49962 (17.2%)34 (16.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999104 (28.9%)18 (8.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49933 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99915 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more17 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total360 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Darrington

Housing Structures in Darrington

Housing Structures in Darrington
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached41172.6%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9316.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other6211.0%
Total566100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Darrington

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Darrington
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached338 (82.2%)73 (17.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)93 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other22 (35.5%)40 (64.5%)
Total360 (63.6%)206 (36.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Darrington

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Darrington
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms39 (10.8%)123 (59.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms125 (34.7%)73 (35.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms129 (35.8%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms67 (18.6%)10 (4.9%)
Total360 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Darrington

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Darrington
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas8 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas78 (21.7%)8 (3.9%)
Electricity176 (48.9%)180 (87.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene5 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels93 (25.8%)18 (8.7%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total360 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Darrington

Household Vehicle Usage in Darrington
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (3.6%)53 (25.7%)
1 Vehicle74 (20.6%)85 (41.3%)
2 Vehicles164 (45.6%)25 (12.1%)
3 or more Vehicles109 (30.3%)43 (20.9%)
Total360 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Darrington

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Darrington

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units107253
Median Property Value$272,400$346,600
Median Household Income$41,250$43
Monthly Housing Costs$511$17
Real Estate Taxes$2,203$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Darrington

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Darrington
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99964 (59.8%)92 (36.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99937 (34.6%)139 (54.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9996 (5.6%)5 (2.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)17 (6.7%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total107 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Darrington

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Darrington
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99945 (42.1%)3 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (4.7%)23 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99919 (17.8%)15 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99913 (12.1%)13 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (14.0%)59 (23.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99910 (9.3%)78 (30.8%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)19 (7.5%)
Total107 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Darrington

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Darrington
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x10 (9.3%)76,985 (30,428.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x15 (14.0%)4 (1.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (7.5%)84 (33.2%)
4.0x or more74 (69.2%)39 (15.4%)
Total107 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Darrington

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Darrington
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80014 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49921 (19.6%)20 (7.9%)
$800 to $1,49972 (67.3%)114 (45.1%)
Total107 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Darrington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Darrington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Darrington
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years36 (78.3%)10 (21.7%)
6 to 18 Years204 (95.3%)10 (4.7%)
19 to 25 Years81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years98 (93.3%)7 (6.7%)
35 to 44 Years151 (88.8%)19 (11.2%)
45 to 54 Years116 (91.3%)11 (8.7%)
55 to 64 Years124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,165 (95.3%)57 (4.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Darrington

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Darrington
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born36 (78.3%)10 (21.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen204 (95.3%)10 (4.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Darrington

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Darrington
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000266 (91.4%)25 (8.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999177 (92.7%)14 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999293 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over268 (93.7%)18 (6.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Darrington

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Darrington
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)36 (78.3%)
6 to 18 Years46 (21.5%)163 (76.2%)
19 to 25 Years46 (56.8%)57 (70.4%)
25 to 34 Years17 (16.2%)81 (77.1%)
35 to 44 Years17 (10.0%)134 (78.8%)
45 to 54 Years38 (29.9%)92 (72.4%)
55 to 64 Years90 (72.6%)56 (45.2%)
65 to 74 Years219 (100.0%)68 (31.0%)
75 Years and over136 (100.0%)86 (63.2%)
Total609 (49.8%)773 (63.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Darrington

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Darrington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (6.2%)7 (6.9%)
18 to 34 Years7 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years89 (42.4%)54 (25.6%)
65 to 74 Years33 (37.5%)35 (26.7%)
75 Years and over16 (17.0%)26 (61.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Darrington

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Darrington: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years44 (20.9%)8 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years19 (21.6%)18 (13.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Darrington: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (11.0%)7 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years13 (14.8%)15 (11.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Darrington: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (6.2%)7 (6.9%)
18 to 34 Years7 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (18.6%)6 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years13 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (5.3%)6 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Darrington: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years42 (20.0%)33 (15.6%)
65 to 74 Years27 (30.7%)20 (15.3%)
75 Years and over16 (17.0%)26 (61.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Darrington: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (8.1%)14 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years20 (22.7%)13 (9.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Darrington

Computing Device Access in Darrington

Computing Device Access in Darrington
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop37466.1%
Smartphone45680.6%
Tablet28350.0%
No Computing Device9116.1%
Total566100.0%

Internet Access in Darrington

Internet Access in Darrington
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home35662.9%
Cellular Data Only6211.0%
Satellite Internet223.9%
No Internet14325.3%
Total566100.0%

Darrington Summary

Darrington, Washington is a small town located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in Snohomish County, Washington. The town is situated at the confluence of the Sauk and Stillaguamish Rivers, and is surrounded by the Glacier Peak Wilderness and the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. The town has a population of 1,347 as of the 2010 census, and is the gateway to the North Cascades National Park.

History

The area around Darrington was first inhabited by the Sauk-Suiattle and Stillaguamish Native American tribes. The first non-native settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the town was officially founded in 1910. The town was named after the Darrington family, who were among the first settlers in the area.
The town was initially a logging and mining town, and the local economy was heavily dependent on the timber industry. The town was also home to a number of sawmills and logging camps. In the 1950s, the town began to transition away from the timber industry, and the local economy shifted to tourism and recreation.

Geography

Darrington is located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in Snohomish County, Washington. The town is situated at the confluence of the Sauk and Stillaguamish Rivers, and is surrounded by the Glacier Peak Wilderness and the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. The town is located approximately 50 miles northeast of Seattle, and is accessible via State Route 530.
The town has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located at an elevation of 1,000 feet above sea level. The climate in Darrington is classified as a warm-summer Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters.

Economy

The economy of Darrington is largely based on tourism and recreation. The town is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, fishing, and hunting. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and lodging.
The town is also home to a number of logging and timber-related businesses, including sawmills and logging camps. The local economy is also supported by the nearby North Cascades National Park, which attracts thousands of visitors each year.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Darrington was 1,347. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% African American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.4% from other races. The median household income in the town was $41,250, and the median family income was $48,750.
The town is home to a number of churches, including the Darrington Community Church, the Darrington United Methodist Church, and the Darrington Assembly of God. The town is also home to a number of schools, including the Darrington Elementary School, the Darrington Middle School, and the Darrington High School.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Darrington?
Total Population of Darrington is 1,233.
What is the Total Male Population of Darrington?
Total Male Population of Darrington is 636.
What is the Total Female Population of Darrington?
Total Female Population of Darrington is 597.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Darrington?
There are 106.53 Males per 100 Females in Darrington.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Darrington?
There are 93.87 Females per 100 Males in Darrington.
What is the Median Population Age in Darrington?
Median Population Age in Darrington is 45.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Darrington
Average Family Size in Darrington is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Darrington
Average Household Size in Darrington is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Darrington?
Per Capita income in Darrington is $29,540.
What is the Median Family Income in Darrington?
Median Family Income in Darrington is $69,028.
What is the Median Household income in Darrington?
Median Household Income in Darrington is $48,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Darrington?
Income or Wage Gap in Darrington is 59.6%.
Women in Darrington earn 40.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Darrington?
Inequality or Gini Index in Darrington is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Darrington?
There are 500 People in the Labor Forcein in Darrington.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Darrington?
48.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Darrington.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Darrington?
Unemployment Rate in Darrington is 13.8%.