Kittitas, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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
1,186
332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$66,150
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$278,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$488
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,003
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.5%
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 | 27 | 31 |
| Feb | 1 | 20 | 35 |
| Mar | 1 | 17 | 43 |
| Apr | 1 | 14 | 49 |
| May | 1 | 4 | 56 |
| Jun | 1 | 1 | 63 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 1 | 4 | 49 |
| Nov | 1 | 23 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 28 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Schools
Kittitas B-5 Special Ed Program
<1 miles, N
Kittitas Elementary School
<1 miles, N
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2.8
Kittitas High School
<1 miles, N
•
3.2
Valley View Elementary School
5 miles, NW
•
3.2
Colleges
Central Washington University
6 miles, NW
•
2.8
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
26 miles, SW
Yakima Valley College
28 miles, SW
•
1.4
Elite Cosmetology Barber & Spa Academy
28 miles, SW
Hospitals
Kittitas Valley Community Hospital
6 miles, NW
•
4.1
Astria Regional Medical Center
27 miles, SW
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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
79 miles, SE
•
1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
94 miles, NW
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4.1
Portland International Airport
142 miles, W
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3.7
Spokane International Airport
142 miles, E
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1.9