Wenatchee, 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
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- 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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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
35,502
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
28.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,000
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$391,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$530
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,133
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Chelan County
2
Wenatchee-East Wenatchee Metro Area
2
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Chelan County
4
Wenatchee-East Wenatchee Metro Area
4
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 10 | 28 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 33 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 3 | 5 | 37 |
| Dec | 3 | 14 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Schools
Lewis And Clark Elementary Sch
<1 miles, N
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1.4
Foothills Middle School
<1 miles, N
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2.8
Westside High School
<1 miles, W
•
2.8
Orchard Middle School
<1 miles, S
•
1.9
Colleges
Wenatchee Valley College
<1 miles, W
•
1.4
Central Washington University
32 miles, SW
•
2.8
Big Bend Community College
50 miles, SE
•
1.9
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
58 miles, SW
Hospitals
Confluence Health- Wenatchee Valley Hosp & Clinics
<1 miles, SE
Central Washington Hospital
2 miles, S
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4.1
Cascade Medical Center
19 miles, NW
Quincy Valley Medical Center
26 miles, SE
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
93 miles, NW
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4.1
Tri-Cities Airport
99 miles, S
•
1
Spokane International Airport
131 miles, E
•
1.9
Bellingham International Airport
138 miles, NW
•
1.4