Opportunity

WA

Spokane County, Washington

Population 549K |Median income $78,582 |8 hospitals

Population
549,056
Spokane County
Median Income
$78,582
+16% vs avg
Median Home Value
$410,700
+80% vs avg
Median Age
38.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
549K+16%
Median Income
$78,582+60%
Median Home Value
$410,700+122%
Poverty Rate
11.7%-24%
Unemployment
5.3%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Poverty Rate
11.7% -18% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 33.1%
Work From Home 15.5%
Public Transit 1.8%

Population

White 82.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.8%
Asian 2.3%
African American 2.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
34.7%
Short Sleep Duration
32.6%
High Blood Pressure
31.1%
Physical Inactivity
19.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Binge Drinking
17.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Current Smoking
11.7%
Current Asthma
11.5%
Diabetes
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 65.4%
Annual Checkup 72.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
6%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
2
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
2
★
0
Average Rating
3.4/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
5
MULTICARE VALLEY HOSPITAL
SPOKANE VALLEY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
SPOKANE VA MEDICAL CENTER
SPOKANE · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER
SPOKANE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
PROV SACRED HRT MED CTR & CHILDS HOSP.
SPOKANE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
PROVIDENCE HOLY FAMILY HOSPITAL
SPOKANE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Opportunity Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Whitton as Demamiel Rd Fire Brought Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd, Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Opportunity, WA? ▼
Opportunity, WA has a population of 549,056 people, located in Spokane County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Opportunity? ▼
The median household income in Opportunity, WA is $78,582 per year. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
What is the median home value in Opportunity? ▼
The median home value in Opportunity, WA is $410,700. Median rent is $1,283/month.
What are the top health concerns in Opportunity? ▼
The top health indicators in Opportunity include Obesity (34.7%), Short Sleep Duration (32.6%), High Blood Pressure (31.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Opportunity? ▼
Opportunity has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Opportunity? ▼
The median age in Opportunity, WA is 38.5 years. 33.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Opportunity, WA is located in Spokane County, Washington. With a population of 549K and a median household income of $78,582, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Opportunity area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Spokane County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.