Ellensburg, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
3/10
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
18,913
332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
42.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
41.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$49,888
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
30.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$357,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$593
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,107
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Kittitas County
2
Ellensburg Urban Area
2
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Kittitas County
4
Ellensburg Urban Area
4
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 26 | 31 |
| Feb | 1 | 19 | 35 |
| Mar | 1 | 17 | 42 |
| Apr | 1 | 13 | 48 |
| May | 1 | 4 | 55 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 1 | 3 | 48 |
| Nov | 2 | 22 | 38 |
| Dec | 2 | 27 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (55%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 52%Schools
Ellensburg Developmental Preschool
<1 miles, SE
Morgan Middle School
<1 miles, S
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2.8
Mt Stuart Elementary
<1 miles, N
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2.3
Lincoln Elementary
<1 miles, S
•
2.3
Colleges
Central Washington University
<1 miles, E
•
2.8
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
28 miles, S
Yakima Valley College
29 miles, S
•
1.4
Elite Cosmetology Barber & Spa Academy
29 miles, S
Hospitals
Kittitas Valley Community Hospital
1 miles, S
•
4.1
Astria Regional Medical Center
28 miles, S
•
2.3
Virginia Mason Memorial
28 miles, SW
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4.1
Central Washington Hospital
30 miles, NE
•
4.1
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
85 miles, SE
•
1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
88 miles, NW
•
4.1
Portland International Airport
138 miles, W
•
3.7
Spokane International Airport
148 miles, E
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1.9