Chelan County, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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
79,518
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
30.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$78,306
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$454,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$536
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,105
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Wenatchee-East Wenatchee Metro 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
Wenatchee-East Wenatchee Metro Area
4
Washington
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 11 | 28 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 33 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 41 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 3 | 4 | 37 |
| Dec | 2 | 15 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Schools
Beaver Valley School
7 miles, SW
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3.2
Alpine Lakes Elementary
18 miles, SW
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3.2
Icicle River Middle School
18 miles, SW
•
3.7
Cascade High School
18 miles, SW
•
4.1
Colleges
Wenatchee Valley College
32 miles, S
•
1.4
Central Washington University
59 miles, S
•
2.8
DigiPen Institute of Technology
72 miles, W
•
4.6
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
73 miles, W
•
1.9
Hospitals
Cascade Medical Center
18 miles, SW
Lake Chelan Community Hospital
28 miles, SE
Central Washington Hospital
34 miles, S
•
4.1
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
84 miles, W
•
4.1
Bellingham International Airport
109 miles, NW
•
1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
131 miles, S
•
1
Spokane International Airport
144 miles, SE
•
1.9