Union Gap, 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
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
6,511
332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
4.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$58,958
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$186,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$448
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$900
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Yakima County
4
Yakima Metro Area
4
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Yakima County
7
Yakima Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 32 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 37 |
| Mar | 1 | 2 | 44 |
| Apr | 1 | 1 | 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 | 2 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 9 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 63%Schools
La Salle High School
<1 miles, SW
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5
Union Gap School
<1 miles, E
•
3.2
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary
1 miles, NE
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1.4
Ridgeview Elementary
2 miles, N
•
2.3
Colleges
Perry Technical Institute
2 miles, NW
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3.2
Yakima Valley College
3 miles, N
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1.4
Elite Cosmetology Barber & Spa Academy
3 miles, NW
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
4 miles, NE
Hospitals
Astria Regional Medical Center
3 miles, N
•
2.3
Virginia Mason Memorial
4 miles, NW
•
4.1
Astria Toppenish Hospital
15 miles, S
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4.1
Astria Sunnyside Hospital
28 miles, SE
•
2.3
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
68 miles, SE
•
1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
106 miles, NW
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4.1
Portland International Airport
121 miles, W
•
3.7
Spokane International Airport
157 miles, E
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1.9