Soap Lake, 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
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
2/10
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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,286
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
11.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$66,123
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$156,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$525
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Grant County
3
Moses Lake 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
Grant County
7
Moses Lake Urban Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 34 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 9 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.
Liberal (30%) (66%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 75%Schools
Smokiam Alternative High School
<1 miles, W
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3.2
Soap Lake Elementary
<1 miles, W
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1.9
Soap Lake Middle & High School
<1 miles, W
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2.3
Beezley Springs Elementary
5 miles, SW
Colleges
Big Bend Community College
16 miles, S
•
1.9
Wenatchee Valley College
40 miles, NW
•
1.4
Central Washington University
56 miles, W
•
2.8
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
71 miles, SW
Hospitals
Columbia Basin Hospital
6 miles, SW
Samaritan Hospital
21 miles, S
•
4.1
Quincy Valley Medical Center
21 miles, W
Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center
38 miles, SE
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
80 miles, S
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1
Spokane International Airport
92 miles, E
•
1.9
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
132 miles, NW
•
4.1
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
136 miles, SE
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1