Cowiche, 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
5/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
449
332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
20.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
6.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$45,409
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$218,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$460
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$722
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Yakima County
4
Yakima 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
Yakima County
7
Yakima Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 14 | 33 |
| Feb | 3 | 9 | 38 |
| Mar | 3 | 21 | 45 |
| Apr | 2 | 14 | 51 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 4 | 51 |
| Nov | 5 | 6 | 40 |
| Dec | 4 | 15 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.
Liberal (28%) (67%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 65%Schools
Highland High School
<1 miles, N
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3.7
Highland Junior High School
<1 miles, N
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1.9
Marcus Whitman-Cowiche Elementary
1 miles, S
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3.2
Tieton Intermediate School
3 miles, NW
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2.8
Colleges
Elite Cosmetology Barber & Spa Academy
10 miles, SE
Yakima Valley College
10 miles, SE
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1.4
Perry Technical Institute
11 miles, SE
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3.2
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
13 miles, SE
Hospitals
Virginia Mason Memorial
9 miles, SE
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4.1
Astria Regional Medical Center
10 miles, SE
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2.3
Kittitas Valley Community Hospital
23 miles, NE
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4.1
Astria Toppenish Hospital
28 miles, S
•
4.1
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
81 miles, SE
•
1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
92 miles, NW
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4.1
Portland International Airport
117 miles, W
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3.7
Spokane International Airport
163 miles, E
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1.9