Adams County, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
20,690 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,042 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$251,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$717 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Othello Urban Area
2
Washington
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Othello Urban Area
5
Washington
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 32
Feb 1 3 36
Mar 1 1 43
Apr 1 0 50
May 1 0 57
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 0 0 71
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 62
Oct 1 0 50
Nov 1 2 39
Dec 1 7 30

Hazards

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Schools

Lind-Ritzville Middle School
6 miles, W 2.8 star
Lind Ritzville Middle School
6 miles, W 4.1 star
Lind-Ritzville High School
6 miles, W 3.2 star
Lind Elementary School
6 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Big Bend Community College
40 miles, NW 1.9 star
Eastern Washington University
55 miles, E 2.3 star
Columbia Basin College
60 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Samaritan Hospital
36 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
59 miles, SW 1 star
Spokane International Airport
62 miles, E 1.9 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
84 miles, SE 1 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
181 miles, NW 4.1 star