Chewelah, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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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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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
2,552
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$55,516
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$226,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$524
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$774
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Stevens County
2
Spokane-Spokane Valley Metro Area
4
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Stevens County
4
Spokane-Spokane Valley Metro Area
8
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 17 | 26 |
| Feb | 2 | 7 | 31 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 38 |
| Apr | 2 | 0 | 46 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 45 |
| Nov | 4 | 5 | 34 |
| Dec | 3 | 20 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 67%Schools
Chewelah Alternative
<1 miles, S
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3.2
Chewelah Alternative Educational Programs
<1 miles, S
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2.8
Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program
<1 miles, S
Gess Elementary
<1 miles, SE
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3.7
Colleges
Whitworth University
39 miles, S
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2.3
Whitworth University-Adult Degree Programs
39 miles, S
Inland Massage Institute
40 miles, S
Spokane Falls Community College
44 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Providence St Joseph Hospital
<1 miles, S
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4.1
Providence Mount Carmel Hospital
20 miles, N
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4.1
Newport Community Hospital
32 miles, SE
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4.1
Providence Holy Family Hospital
42 miles, S
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3.2
Airports
Spokane International Airport
47 miles, S
•
1.9
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
136 miles, S
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1
Tri-Cities Airport
154 miles, SW
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1
Missoula International Airport
194 miles, SE
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1.4