Wapato, 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
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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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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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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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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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
4,577
332.4M (US)
Median Age
24.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
6.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$51,341
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$177,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$446
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$744
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.1%
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 | 3 | 32 |
| Feb | 1 | 1 | 37 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.
Liberal (52%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Schools
Pace Alternative High School
<1 miles, N
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2.3
Camas Elementary
<1 miles, S
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1.4
Satus Elementary
<1 miles, S
•
1
Wapato High School
<1 miles, SW
•
3.2
Colleges
Heritage University
5 miles, S
•
1.9
Perry Technical Institute
10 miles, N
•
3.2
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
11 miles, N
Yakima Valley College
11 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Astria Toppenish Hospital
7 miles, SE
•
4.1
Astria Regional Medical Center
12 miles, N
•
2.3
Virginia Mason Memorial
12 miles, N
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4.1
Astria Sunnyside Hospital
22 miles, SE
•
2.3
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
63 miles, SE
•
1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
113 miles, NW
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4.1
Portland International Airport
120 miles, W
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3.7
Roberts Field
155 miles, SW
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1.4