Wenatchee, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car 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
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 5%

Schools

Lewis And Clark Elementary Sch
<1 miles, N 1.4 star
Foothills Middle School
<1 miles, N 2.8 star
Westside High School
<1 miles, W 2.8 star
Orchard Middle School
<1 miles, S 1.9 star

Colleges

Wenatchee Valley College
<1 miles, W 1.4 star
Central Washington University
32 miles, SW 2.8 star
Big Bend Community College
50 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Central Washington Hospital
2 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
93 miles, NW 4.1 star
Tri-Cities Airport
99 miles, S 1 star
Spokane International Airport
131 miles, E 1.9 star
Bellingham International Airport
138 miles, NW 1.4 star