Wenatchee-East Wenatchee Metro Area, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
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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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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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
123,251
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,007
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$434,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$538
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,111
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 11 | 28 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 33 |
| Mar | 1 | 2 | 41 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 2 | 5 | 37 |
| Dec | 2 | 15 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Schools
Paul Rumburg Elementary
7 miles, S
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2.8
Entiat Middle and High School
7 miles, S
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3.2
Orondo Elementary and Middle School
9 miles, S
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2.3
Manson Elementary
10 miles, NE
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2.3
Colleges
Wenatchee Valley College
23 miles, SW
•
1.4
Central Washington University
54 miles, SW
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2.8
Big Bend Community College
60 miles, SE
•
1.9
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
81 miles, SW
Hospitals
Lake Chelan Community Hospital
13 miles, E
Cascade Medical Center
22 miles, W
Confluence Health- Wenatchee Valley Hosp & Clinics
23 miles, SW
Central Washington Hospital
25 miles, SW
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4.1
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
98 miles, W
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4.1
Tri-Cities Airport
117 miles, S
•
1
Bellingham International Airport
126 miles, NW
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1.4
Spokane International Airport
128 miles, SE
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1.9