Klickitat, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
456 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,182 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$166,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$648 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 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 4 7 32
Feb 3 4 35
Mar 3 1 40
Apr 2 0 45
May 1 0 52
Jun 1 0 59
Jul 0 0 66
Aug 0 0 65
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 5 9 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, WA State Legislative District 14, WA State Legislative District 14, WA
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Schools

Klickitat Elem & High
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Lyle Middle School
10 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Dallesport Elementary
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Columbia Gorge Community College
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Heritage University
53 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Perry Technical Institute
60 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Mid-Columbia Medical Center
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Skyline Hospital
16 miles, W
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Airports

Portland International Airport
71 miles, W • 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
103 miles, E • 1 star
Roberts Field
108 miles, S • 1.4 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
125 miles, N • 4.1 star
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