Waitsburg, 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
5/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
5/10
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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- 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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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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
940
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,917
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$266,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$563
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$635
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Walla Walla County
4
Walla Walla 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
Walla Walla County
6
Walla Walla Metro Area
6
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 2 | 35 |
| Feb | 1 | 2 | 38 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 41 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.
Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 70%Schools
Waitsburg High School
<1 miles, SW
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3.7
Preston Hall Middle School
<1 miles, SW
•
2.8
Waitsburg Elementary School
<1 miles, SW
•
3.7
Prescott Elementary School
8 miles, NW
•
1.9
Colleges
Walla Walla Community College
14 miles, SW
•
1.9
Whitman College
16 miles, SW
•
3.2
Walla Walla University
19 miles, SW
•
2.8
Columbia Basin College
46 miles, W
•
1.9
Hospitals
Dayton General Hospital
9 miles, E
Providence St Mary Medical Center
17 miles, SW
•
5
Garfield County Public Hospital District #1
30 miles, E
Lourdes Medical Center
45 miles, W
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4.1
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
46 miles, W
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1
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
55 miles, E
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1
Spokane International Airport
98 miles, NE
•
1.9
Missoula International Airport
198 miles, E
•
1.4