Basin City, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
1,527
332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
12.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,024
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$254,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$637
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,093
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Franklin County
3
Kennewick-Richland Metro Area
3
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Franklin County
4
Kennewick-Richland Metro Area
4
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 33 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 37 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 1 | 2 | 40 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Schools
Basin City Elem
<1 miles, NE
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1.9
Mesa Elem
7 miles, SE
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2.3
Edwin Markham Elementary
11 miles, SW
•
4.1
North Franklin Virtual Academy
14 miles, E
Colleges
Columbia Basin College
23 miles, S
•
1.9
Paul Mitchell the School-Richland
25 miles, SW
•
1
Victoria's Academy of Cosmetology
26 miles, S
Big Bend Community College
42 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Othello Community Hospital
17 miles, NE
Lourdes Counseling Center
22 miles, SW
Kadlec Regional Medical Center
22 miles, SW
•
5
Lourdes Medical Center
25 miles, S
•
4.1
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
22 miles, S
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1
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
103 miles, SE
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1
Spokane International Airport
104 miles, E
•
1.9
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
160 miles, NW
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4.1