Creston, 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
9/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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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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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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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
196
332.4M (US)
Median Age
62.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
36.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
13.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$53,516
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$143,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$396
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$518
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lincoln County
1
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
Lincoln County
3
Washington
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 10 | 28 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 32 |
| Mar | 1 | 2 | 40 |
| Apr | 1 | 1 | 46 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 2 | 5 | 35 |
| Dec | 2 | 13 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.
Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 76%Schools
Creston Elementary
<1 miles, SW
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3.7
Creston Jr-Sr High School
<1 miles, SW
•
3.2
Wilbur Elementary School
9 miles, W
•
3.7
Wilbur Secondary School
9 miles, W
•
4.1
Colleges
International Beauty Education Center
44 miles, SE
Eastern Washington University
47 miles, SE
•
2.3
Spokane Falls Community College
49 miles, SE
•
1.4
Whitworth University
51 miles, SE
•
2.3
Hospitals
Lincoln Hospital
19 miles, SE
•
5
Coulee Medical Center
26 miles, NW
•
3.2
Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center
30 miles, SW
Eastern State Hospital
41 miles, SE
Airports
Spokane International Airport
47 miles, SE
•
1.9
Tri-Cities Airport
107 miles, SW
•
1
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
119 miles, S
•
1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
178 miles, W
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4.1