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College Place, WA

Washington · Walla Walla County · Walla Walla Metro

College Place is a small city in Washington with a population of 9,828. Residents earn $59,768 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
9,828 Population 2,768/sq mi density
$59,768 Median Income $31,847 per capita
$335,000 Home Value $398,551 Zillow
$1,118 Median Rent 32.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
117 Violent Crime/100K 1,708 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$59,768 median income, 2.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$335,000 home value, $1,118/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
117 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $59,768
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $335,000
19% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 117/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.7%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,118
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

How College Place Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population9,828
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density2,768/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,768
Per Capita$31,847
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$4,583M
Commute13 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$335,000
Rent$1,118
Ownership64.8%
Zillow$398,551
Housing Units3,690
Rent Burden32.7%

Crime

F
Violent117/100K
Property1,708/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault95/100K
Burglary286/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking11.7%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation782 ft (238 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.7%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+17.5%
School Score4.82

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute13 min
Broadband94.4%
EV Stations5
Libraries7

Is College Place a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, College Place receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. College Place offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in College Place is $59,768, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in College Place is $335,000, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

College Place is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,708 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

College Place experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

College Place has a population of 9,828 with a density of 2,768 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (79.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.7% of residents, while 16.3% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,828
Total Population
2,768
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

College Place vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.7%
7% above US avg
Spanish 16.3%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

College Place vs U.S. Average

The median household income in College Place is $59,768, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,847 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,073, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,804 business establishments, including 155 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: College Place vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,768
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,847
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$78,142
Gini Index0.458 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,804
County GDP$4,583M

Business (County)

Restaurants155
Healthcare168
Retail176
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,719
63% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.2 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in College Place is $335,000, 19% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $398,551, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,118 (4% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,180 for a one-bedroom to $1,472 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,690 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $5,719 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,000
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$398,551
Median List Price$544,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$544,500
$/Sq Ft$275
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory35

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,118
4% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,707
Rent Burden32.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.8%
Owner-Occupied64.8%
Renter-Occupied35.2%
Housing Units3,690
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,719
63% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In College Place, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.0% have high blood pressure. 11.7% are current smokers. 17.5% report binge drinking. 18.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:995. The dentist ratio is 1:1,345. 83.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: College Place vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep30.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Primary Care1:995
Dentists1:1,345
Mental Health1:257
Checkup Rate68.4%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death7,867/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities168
College Place has a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 95.5 per 100,000, robbery at 10.6, rape at 10.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,708 per 100,000, 13% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,368, burglary at 286, vehicle theft at 53 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, College Place receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: College Place vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent116.7/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape10.6/100K
Robbery10.6/100K
Assault95.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,707.7/100K
13% below US avg
Burglary286.4/100K
Theft1,368.3/100K
Vehicle Theft53.0/100K
Arson10.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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College Place experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 782 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation782 ft (238 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density2,768/sq mi
Coordinates46.0416°N, 118.3894°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyWalla Walla County County
Nearest AirportWalla Walla Regional (ALW)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.4"
60% below US avg
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.51"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score60.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability46.0 / 100
Community Resilience54.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

132 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 10, 2025.

Nov 28, 1991 7 km S of Walla Walla East, Washington M4.3 8 km
Jul 14, 1992 6 km S of Walla Walla East, Washington M4.1 8 km
Aug 7, 1992 8 km WSW of Irrigon, Oregon M3.9 95 km
Jun 28, 1998 3 km SE of Genesee, Idaho M3.8 127 km
Sep 4, 2011 14 km N of Richland, Washington M3.7 79 km
May 18, 2008 11 km SSW of Benton City, Washington M3.7 91 km
Jan 23, 2015 3 km N of Cayuse, Oregon M3.5 39 km
Oct 15, 2011 13 km N of Richland, Washington M3.4 79 km
Dec 22, 1990 9 km NW of Mattawa, Washington M3.4 149 km
Nov 6, 1997 22 km SE of Desert Aire, Washington M3.4 115 km
Jun 17, 2004 11 km SSE of Washtucna, Washington M3.4 71 km
Jan 13, 1994 11 km SW of Lind, Washington M3.4 97 km
Dec 15, 1991 6 km SSW of Walla Walla East, Washington M3.3 7 km
Jun 12, 1995 13 km N of Richland, Washington M3.3 78 km
May 1, 2011 13 km N of Richland, Washington M3.3 78 km
Apr 22, 1990 20 km SE of Desert Aire, Washington M3.3 118 km
Jun 19, 1990 11 km W of Othello, Washington M3.3 114 km
Feb 28, 2004 10 km WSW of Wallula, Washington M3.3 49 km
May 27, 1997 15 km W of Othello, Washington M3.3 116 km
Jun 16, 2019 11 km SW of Royal City, Washington M3.3 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

24 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 11, 1968 EF2 85 km 0
Mar 14, 1966 EF2 68 km 0
Jun 26, 1958 EF2 42 km 0
May 6, 2022 EF1 30 km 0
May 6, 2009 EF1 37 km 0
Jan 16, 2000 EF1 43 km 0
Apr 23, 1983 EF1 72 km 0
Jul 1, 1978 EF1 83 km 0
Mar 5, 2024 EF0 19 km 0
Jun 27, 2023 EF0 11 km 0
Mar 31, 2020 EF0 76 km 0
May 22, 2016 EF0 63 km 0
May 9, 2013 EF0 98 km 0
May 6, 2009 EF0 84 km 0
May 23, 2004 EF0 76 km 0
Jul 13, 2002 EF0 51 km 0
Jul 9, 1995 EF0 71 km 0
May 1, 1991 EF0 35 km 0
Aug 24, 1987 EF0 6 km 0
Jun 21, 1983 EF0 79 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: COLUMBIA COMPLEX (118,865 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 COLUMBIA COMPLEX 118,865 47 km
2021 LICK CREEK 80,376 78 km
2015 BUTTE CREEK 79,418 60 km
2005 SCHOOL 51,701 65 km
2021 GREEN RIDGE 44,604 59 km
1986 JOSEPH/STARVATION 37,064 94 km
2000 UNNAMED 27,815 92 km
2021 ELBOW CREEK 23,103 65 km
1996 UNNAMED 21,130 34 km
2005 WALKER CANYON 20,764 48 km
2010 EUREKA 19,811 47 km
2024 JACK CANYON MUTUAL AID 18,287 82 km
2023 HAT ROCK 17,264 50 km
1990 LOCUSTGROV 17,187 66 km
2020 KAHLOTUS 16,738 58 km
2010 UNNAMED 16,737 62 km
1986 JOSEPH CANYON 1 14,398 98 km
2018 LAKE WALLULA 11,972 50 km
2020 EAST FORK BUTTER CREEK 11,496 97 km
2010 HUBBARD 10,824 59 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 1.8 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.2 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in Wettest
December 35°F (1°C) 1.8 in Coldest

College Place has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 35°F in December to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.1") and July the driest (0.5").

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College Place is located in Walla Walla County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 35.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% above the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. 17.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52.7% of the vote, a 8.1-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 168 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 65.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.7%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 8.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.7%
6% above US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+17.5%
School Test Score4.82
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,768/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyWalla Walla County County

Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Avg Download Speed113.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed22.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants155
Retail Stores176

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.2 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home10.5%
Average costs for common services in College Place. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $268 ($161–$428)
Specialist Visit $375 ($214–$589)
Urgent Care Visit $214 ($107–$375)
Emergency Room Visit $2,354 ($856–$5,350)
Dental Cleaning $139 ($80–$214)
Dental Filling $268 ($161–$428)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $48 ($27–$80)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $80 ($54–$128)
Brake Pad Replacement $321 ($161–$535)
Tire Rotation $43 ($21–$80)
New Tires (Set of 4) $642 ($428–$1,070)
Battery Replacement $214 ($107–$375)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $107 ($64–$161)
Electrician (Per Hour) $96 ($54–$150)
HVAC Repair $428 ($161–$856)
HVAC System Install $7,490 ($4,280–$12,840)
Roof Repair $1,070 ($428–$2,140)
Roof Replacement $9,630 ($5,885–$16,050)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,605 ($535–$3,745)
Divorce (Contested) $16,050 ($5,350–$32,100)
DUI Defense $5,350 ($2,140–$10,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,605 ($856–$3,210)
Will Preparation $535 ($214–$1,070)
Trust Preparation $2,675 ($1,070–$5,350)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$107)
Hair Coloring (Full) $161 ($80–$268)
Manicure $27 ($16–$48)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$139)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.39 ($3.21–$5.89)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.75 ($2.68–$5.35)
Loaf of Bread $4.07 ($2.68–$5.89)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.82 ($3.21–$6.96)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.89 ($4.28–$8.03)
Rice (per lb) $1.07 ($0.64–$1.93)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $150 ($86–$268)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $75 ($32–$161)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $75 ($43–$128)
Internet (Monthly) $75 ($43–$107)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$107)
Cable TV (Monthly) $91 ($54–$161)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $214 ($80–$535)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,140 ($1,284–$3,745)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $75 ($32–$139)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.56–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $107 ($32–$268)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$80)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,284 ($642–$2,675)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,070 ($535–$2,140)
After-School Care (Monthly) $428 ($214–$749)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$107)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,070 ($428–$2,675)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,375 ($5,350–$32,100)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $64 ($32–$107)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $107 ($54–$214)
Dog Grooming $64 ($32–$107)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($21–$80)
Dog Spay/Neuter $321 ($161–$535)
Cat Spay/Neuter $214 ($107–$428)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,171
Toddler$899
Preschool$899
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$857
Toddler$865
Preschool$865
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Walla Walla County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,468 179 $60,804 1.07
Manufacturing 3,884 127 $67,983 1.63
Retail Trade 2,381 170 $35,851 0.82
Accommodation & Food Services 2,032 130 $28,204 0.77
Construction 1,127 210 $62,833 0.74
Educational Services 966 25 $61,847 1.61
Wholesale Trade 808 72 $65,990 0.70
Finance & Insurance 569 64 $91,818 0.48
Arts & Entertainment 466 28 $25,395 0.95
Other Services 432 110 $38,737 0.49
Transportation & Warehousing 425 34 $54,371 0.35
Information & Technology 221 31 $61,191 0.41
Real Estate 202 59 $46,293 0.45
Utilities 104 10 $115,364 0.94

Colleges & Universities in College Place

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Walla Walla University Private Non-Profit · Graduate 1,684 $33,027 $33,027

Schools in College Place

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Davis Elementary Elementary 734 47 15.6:1
College Place High School High 461 28 16.5:1
John Sager Middle School Middle 351 22 16.0:1
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Radio Stations near College Place

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
91.9 Positive Life Radio (KGTS) contemporary christian, worship AAC+ 48 kbps
KEWU 89.5 FM MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near College Place

9 campgrounds found near College Place.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Woodland Campground 5.0/5 6 $8–$12
Target Meadows Campground 4.9/5 17 $12–$17
Woodward Campground 4.9/5 13 $12
Charbonneau Park and Campground 4.3/5 54 $26–$110
FISHHOOK PARK 4.3/5 52 $22–$110
Jubilee Lake Campground (OR) 4.2/5 53 $17–$24
Rooks Park (WA) Bennington Lake 4.0/5 1 $50
Umatilla Forks Campground 8 $10–$15
WINDUST PARK Free

National Parks Near College Place

5 national parks and monuments found near College Place.

ParkTypeFee
Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail National Geologic Trail Free
Palouse Falls State Park Free
Potholes State Park Free
Sacajawea State Park Free
Whitman Mission National Historic Site National Historic Site Free

Museums in College Place

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DONALD SHEEHAN GALLERYART MUSEUM$150,385,518
HARRIS GALLERYART MUSEUM8005418900$59,691,605
HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION$70,102
KIRKMAN HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5095294373$70,102
FRAZIER FARMSTEAD MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION1403 CHESTNUT STREET5419384636$45,217
MILTON-FREEWATER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5419385531$45,217
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WALLA WALLACHILDREN'S MUSEUM5095267529$27,431
CARL B PENNER WALLA WALLA VALLEY PIONEER & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5095252000$18,827
INTERNATIONAL TOY FOX TERRIER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
STUDENT ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
WAITBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WALLA WALLA HISTORIC MEMORIALSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHITMAN MISSION NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5095226360

Libraries in College Place

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WALLA WALLA PUBLIC LIBRARY238 E. ALDER STREET0.0235,477
MILTON-FREEWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY8 SW EIGHTH AVE0.084,255
WALLA WALLA COUNTY RURAL LIBRARY DISTRICT37 JADE ST.0.046,099
WAITSBURG (WELLER) PUBLIC LIBRARY212 MAIN STREET0.011,909
ATHENA PUBLIC LIBRARY418 E MAIN ST0.06,394
WESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY108 E MAIN ST0.04,445

Farmers Markets in College Place

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown Farmers Market4th & Main Street05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Milton-Freewater Farmers Market1221 South Main StreetJune to SeptemberWed:4:00 pm - 7:00 pm;Visit

Hotels in College Place

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hampton

Restaurants in College Place

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bangkok 103 Thai Cuisine
Pizza Hut
The Oasis Restaurant & Lounge

Cafes in College Place

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hot Mama's Espresso
The Atlas
The Fresh Lime

Theatres in College Place

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampitheatre

Dentists in College Place

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental
Blue Mountain Dental Care
David Royer Dentistry
Denture Design Studio

Gas Stations in College Place

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beeline Automotive
Conoco
The Express

Banks in College Place

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banner Bank
Blue Mountain Credit Union
Blue Mountain Credit Union
Chase
HAPO Community Credit Union
HAPO Community Credit Union
STCU

Breweries in College Place

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Basel Cellars Estate WineryWineries Equipment & Supplies, Brewers, Wineries, Wholesale Winery Equipment2901 Old Milton Hwy5095220200Visit
Beresan WineryBrewers, Wineries4169 Peppers Bridge Rd5095222395, 5095229912Visit
Blue Mountain Cider CompanyBrewery337 671 E Broadway Ave
Dragon's Gate BreweryBrew Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Brewers, Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities, Beer & Ale, Bre52288 Sunquist Rd5412152622Visit
Dunham CellarsBrewers, Wineries150 E Boeing Ave5095294685Visit
Isenhower CellarsVineyards, Brewers, Wineries3471 Pranger Rd5095267896Visit
Laht Neppur Brewing CoBeverages, Brewers, Beer & Ale525 N Elizabeth Saint 15093376261Visit
Laht Neppur Brewing Co.Brewery53 S Spokane St5095292337
Northstar WineryBrewers, Wineries1736 J B George Rd5095256100Visit
Old Opera Brewery CompanyOpera Companies, Brewers84550 Highway 115418613700, 5419383090
Saviah CellarsVineyards, Brewers, Wineries1979 J B George Rd5095222181Visit
Seven Hills WineryVineyards, Brewers, Wineries212 N 3rd Ave5095297198Visit
Tertulia CellarsVineyards, Brewers, Wineries1564 Whiteley Rd5095255700Visit
Tourism Walla WallaTours & Excursions, Conventions, Business Services, Brewers, Wineries, Other Business Services, Attr8 S 2nd Ave5095294718Visit
Tranche CellarsBrewers, Wineries511 N 2nd Ave5095259532Visit
Walla Walla VintnersBrewers, Wineries225 Vineyard Ln5095254724Visit
Waterbrook WineryConventions, Brewers, Wineries2784 Mcdonald Rd5095221263Visit
Woodward Canyon WineryVineyards, Brewers, Wineries11920 W Hwy 125095254129Visit

Nursing Homes in College Place

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
REGENCY AT THE PARK
420 SOUTHEAST MYRA ROAD
For profit - Corporation 106 85 4/5 4/5 5/5 5095294480

Pharmacies in College Place

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2476 1700 SOUTHEAST MEADOWBROOK BOULEVARD 509-525-3626

EV Charging Stations in College Place

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
BESTMED UC STATION 11225 SE Scenic View DrChargePoint Network2J1772public
BESTMED UC STATION 21225 SE Scenic View DrChargePoint Network1J1772public
City Hall625 S College AveBlink Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in College Place

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1473 WEST ROSE STREETTOWER54
703 Whoopemup Hollow RoadTOWER37

Fire Stations in College Place

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
College Place Fire Department629 S College AVEMostly volunteer509-529-6506

Bridges in College Place

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198814816,295G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19889016,295F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200812513,345F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1990802,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19751391,795G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete1920491,795F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19941351,260G
Tee BeamConcrete20011951,115G
Girder/FloorbeamConcrete198982496G

Amtrak Stations in College Place

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Walla Walla, WA108 West Main StreetBUS

Airports Near College Place

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eastern Oregon Regional Airport at PendletonPDTMedium Airport
Tri Cities AirportPSCMedium Airport
Walla Walla Regional AirportALWMedium Airport
Angel Park AirportSmall Airport
Carr AirportSmall Airport
Columbia Ag 2 AirportSmall Airport
Compressor Station Number 8 AirportSmall Airport
Connell City AirportSmall Airport
Coopers Landing AirportSmall Airport
Cove Side Ranch Port AirportSmall Airport
Darcy's Air StripSmall Airport
Fisher Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Galt's Gulch AirportSmall Airport
King's AirportSmall Airport
Lazy F Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Little Goose State AirportSmall Airport
Lower Monumental State AirportSmall Airport
Mac FieldSmall Airport
Martin FieldSmall Airport
Maxwell Private AirportSmall Airport
McGregor AirportSmall Airport
Oregon Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Page AirportSmall Airport
Pfister's AirportSmall Airport
Quail FieldSmall Airport
Rugg Ranches AirportSmall Airport
Slinkard AirfieldSmall Airport
Touchet Valley AirportSmall Airport
Twisted Prop AirportSmall Airport
Wanser AirportSmall Airport
Watson AirportSmall Airport
Weller Canyon AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in College Place

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
College Place Police Offices
Milton-Freewater Police Station
Washington State Patrol

Grocery Stores in College Place

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ANDY'S MARKETSuper Store1117 S College Ave
College Place Farmers And Artisan MarketFarmers and Markets801 SE Larch Avenue
College Place Food Mart 1Convenience Store729 S College Ave
Frog Hollow FarmFarmers and Markets174 Frog Hollow Rd
Hayshaker Farm LLCFarmers and Markets329 SW 12th St
Walmart 2476Super Store1700 Se Meadowbrook Blvd
Welcome Table Farm NAFMNPFarmers and Markets1812 Old Milton Hwy

Treatment Centers in College Place

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Serenity Point Counseling ServicesSubstance Abuse509-529-6036 x105
VA Med/Jonathan M Wainwright Mem - SARRTP/PRRTP and Outpt TrtBoth509-525-5200 x26288

DOL Wage Violations in College Place

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $4,588 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$4,588
Back Wages Owed
1
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
1040 Tax Service & Accounting 99324 1 $4,588 $4,588 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in College Place

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AARON AND LEXI TRAVELS1373 SE NEWGATE DR
COLLEGE PLACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH325 NE DAMSON AVE
DESTINY MISSIONS INTERNATIONAL915 SE HARVEST DR
GOSPEL OUTREACH712 NE C ST
GROWING CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION875 BRICKNER RD
LIVING WORD CHURCH OF WALLA WALLA854 MOCKINGBIRD DR
ROGERS ADVENTIST SCHOOL200 SW ACADEMY WAY
SOS HEALTH SERVICES OF WALLA WALLA1200 SE 12TH ST STE 4
WALLA WALLA VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOLS300 SW ACADEMY WAY

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Frequently Asked Questions About College Place

What is the population of College Place?

College Place has a population of 9,828 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 2,768 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is College Place expensive to live in?

College Place is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $59,768, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $335,000 (19% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is College Place safe?

College Place is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,708 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, College Place receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in College Place?

College Place has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in College Place?

The job market in College Place is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,073. There are 1,804 business establishments in the area, including 155 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in College Place?

The median home value in College Place is $335,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $398,551. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,118. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.8%. The average annual property tax is $5,719.

How are the schools in College Place?

Schools in College Place have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 35.7% of adults in College Place hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. 17.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is College Place?

The obesity rate in College Place is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.7% of adults are smokers. 18.4% are physically inactive. 26.5% of residents report depression. 10.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 83.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:995.

What is transportation like in College Place?

The average commute in College Place is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 65.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.4% use public transit, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of College Place?

The racial and ethnic makeup of College Place is 79.3% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 83.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.3% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 16.0% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

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