Goldendale, WA
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
3/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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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
3,458
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$41,621
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$194,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$481
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$712
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Klickitat 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
Klickitat County
2
Washington
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 5 | 34 |
| Feb | 2 | 3 | 37 |
| Mar | 2 | 0 | 43 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 3 | 1 | 40 |
| Dec | 4 | 5 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (44%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 56%Schools
Goldendale Middle School
<1 miles, SE
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2.8
Goldendale Support Service Center
<1 miles, SE
Goldendale Primary School
<1 miles, SE
•
1.9
Goldendale High School
<1 miles, SE
•
4.1
Colleges
Columbia Gorge Community College
24 miles, W
•
1.4
Heritage University
44 miles, NE
•
1.9
Perry Technical Institute
54 miles, NE
•
3.2
Elite Cosmetology Barber & Spa Academy
54 miles, NE
Hospitals
Klickitat Valley Hospital
<1 miles, E
Mid-Columbia Medical Center
23 miles, W
•
4.1
Skyline Hospital
32 miles, W
Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital
35 miles, W
•
4.1
Airports
Portland International Airport
87 miles, W
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
87 miles, E
•
1
Roberts Field
109 miles, SW
•
1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
133 miles, N
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4.1