Colton, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
291 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$97,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$302,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,011 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Whitman County
2
Pullman 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

Whitman County
3
Pullman Urban Area
3
Washington
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (56%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer Mediterranean climate. Hot dry summers and mild wetter winters typical of Mediterranean regions. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 33
Feb 2 8 36
Mar 2 6 42
Apr 2 2 48
May 2 0 55
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 1 0 69
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 3 7 38
Dec 2 17 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Colton School
<1 miles, W · 4.1star
Genesee School
10 miles, SE · 4.6star
Franklin Elementary
11 miles, N · 4.1star
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Colleges

Washington State University
11 miles, N · 3.2star
Lewis-Clark State College
12 miles, S · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Pullman Regional Hospital
10 miles, N · 4.1star
Tri-State Memorial Hospital
12 miles, S · 4.1star
Gritman Medical Center
13 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Airports

Spokane International Airport
75 miles, N · 1.9star
Tri-Cities Airport
97 miles, W · 1star
Missoula International Airport
146 miles, E · 1.4star
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