Yakima, 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
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
4/10
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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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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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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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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
96,810
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$59,228
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$273,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$538
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$892
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.8%
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 | 10 | 32 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 37 |
| Mar | 1 | 4 | 43 |
| Apr | 1 | 3 | 50 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 11 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 58%Schools
Nob Hill Elementary School
<1 miles, W
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2.8
Eisenhower High School
<1 miles, W
•
2.8
Franklin Middle School
<1 miles, E
•
2.3
Early Childhood Center
<1 miles, NW
Colleges
Elite Cosmetology Barber & Spa Academy
<1 miles, S
Yakima Valley College
1 miles, SE
•
1.4
Perry Technical Institute
1 miles, S
•
3.2
Hospitals
Virginia Mason Memorial
<1 miles, N
•
4.1
Astria Regional Medical Center
1 miles, E
•
2.3
Astria Toppenish Hospital
19 miles, S
•
4.1
Kittitas Valley Community Hospital
27 miles, NE
•
4.1
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
72 miles, SE
•
1
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
102 miles, NW
•
4.1
Portland International Airport
120 miles, W
•
3.7
Spokane International Airport
158 miles, E
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1.9