Cle Elum, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,078 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,912 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$379,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$631 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$960 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kittitas County
2
Ellensburg Urban 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

Kittitas County
4
Ellensburg Urban Area
4
Washington
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (57%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer Mediterranean continental climate. Dry warm summers combined with cold winters and significant seasonal contrasts. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 29
Feb 1 6 33
Mar 1 4 42
Apr 1 2 49
May 1 0 57
Jun 1 0 63
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 61
Oct 1 0 49
Nov 2 7 37
Dec 2 14 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Cle Elum Roslyn High School
1 miles, NW · 4.6star
Walter Strom Middle School
1 miles, NW · 3.7star
Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary
1 miles, NW · 2.8star
Swiftwater Learning Center
2 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Colleges

Central Washington University
24 miles, SE · 2.8star
Wenatchee Valley College
33 miles, E · 1.4star
Yakima Valley College
47 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Kittitas Valley Community Hospital
24 miles, SE · 4.1star
Central Washington Hospital
33 miles, E · 4.1star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
108 miles, SE · 1star
Bellingham International Airport
132 miles, N · 1.4star
Portland International Airport
136 miles, SW · 3.7star
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