Desert Aire, 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
2/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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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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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
2,953
332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
26.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$83,482
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$434,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$463
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,356
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Grant County
3
Moses Lake Urban 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
Grant County
7
Moses Lake Urban Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 31 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 36 |
| Mar | 1 | 3 | 43 |
| Apr | 1 | 2 | 50 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 5 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 9 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Schools
Sentinel Tech Alt School
3 miles, NE
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3.2
Developmental Pre-School
4 miles, NE
Saddle Mountain Elementary
4 miles, NE
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1
Mattawa Elementary
4 miles, NE
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1.4
Colleges
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
26 miles, W
Yakima Valley College
29 miles, W
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1.4
Elite Cosmetology Barber & Spa Academy
30 miles, W
Perry Technical Institute
30 miles, W
•
3.2
Hospitals
Astria Sunnyside Hospital
26 miles, SW
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2.3
Astria Toppenish Hospital
29 miles, SW
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4.1
Astria Regional Medical Center
29 miles, W
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2.3
Virginia Mason Memorial
30 miles, W
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4.1
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
49 miles, SE
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1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
124 miles, NW
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4.1
Spokane International Airport
129 miles, E
•
1.9
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
140 miles, SE
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1