Onalaska, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
3/10
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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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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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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
657
332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,220
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
48.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$412,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$495
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$613
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lewis County
3
Centralia Urban 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
Lewis County
6
Centralia Urban Area
6
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9 | 17 | 37 |
| Feb | 6 | 12 | 39 |
| Mar | 6 | 12 | 42 |
| Apr | 4 | 7 | 46 |
| May | 3 | 2 | 52 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 5 | 1 | 49 |
| Nov | 10 | 12 | 41 |
| Dec | 9 | 17 | 36 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.
Liberal (29%) (66%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 69%Schools
Onalaska Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
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3.2
Onalaska Middle School
<1 miles, NW
•
2.8
CVA - Onalaska
<1 miles, NW
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3.2
Onalaska High School
<1 miles, NW
•
3.7
Colleges
Centralia Beauty College
15 miles, NW
Centralia College
15 miles, NW
•
1.4
Lower Columbia College
32 miles, SW
•
1.4
Stylemaster College of Hair Design
32 miles, SW
•
1
Hospitals
Providence Centralia Hospital
16 miles, NW
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4.1
Arbor Health Morton Hospital
20 miles, SE
Peacehealth St John Medical Center
33 miles, SW
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3.2
Providence St Peter Hospital
33 miles, N
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3.2
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
63 miles, NE
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4.1
Portland International Airport
69 miles, S
•
3.7
Bellingham International Airport
153 miles, NE
•
1.4
Mahlon Sweet Field
171 miles, SW
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1.4