Kalama, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,996 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$428,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$568 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$822 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cowlitz County
3
Longview-Kelso Metro 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

Cowlitz County
5
Longview-Kelso Metro Area
5
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 9 2 40
Feb 7 1 41
Mar 7 0 45
Apr 5 0 49
May 3 0 54
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 1 0 63
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 5 0 51
Nov 11 0 44
Dec 10 1 39

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WA State Legislative District 20, WA State Legislative District 20, WA
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Schools

Kalama Elem School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Kalama Middle School
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Carrolls Elementary
4 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Lower Columbia College
10 miles, N • 1.4 star
Clark College
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Peacehealth St John Medical Center
9 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Portland International Airport
32 miles, S • 3.7 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
102 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
132 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Roberts Field
147 miles, S • 1.4 star
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