Rock Island, 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
4/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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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
1,142
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$55,114
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$255,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$317
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$956
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Douglas County
1
Wenatchee-East Wenatchee Metro 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
Douglas County
4
Wenatchee-East Wenatchee Metro Area
4
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 35 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 11 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Schools
Rock Island Elementary
<1 miles, NW
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2.8
Clovis Point
6 miles, NW
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2.3
Grant Elementary School
6 miles, NW
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2.8
Kenroy Elementary
6 miles, NW
•
3.2
Colleges
Wenatchee Valley College
10 miles, NW
•
1.4
Central Washington University
32 miles, SW
•
2.8
Big Bend Community College
40 miles, SE
•
1.9
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
55 miles, SW
Hospitals
Central Washington Hospital
9 miles, NW
•
4.1
Quincy Valley Medical Center
16 miles, SE
Columbia Basin Hospital
28 miles, SE
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
91 miles, S
•
1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
102 miles, NW
•
4.1
Spokane International Airport
123 miles, E
•
1.9
Bellingham International Airport
148 miles, NW
•
1.4