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Desert Aire, WA

Washington · Benton County · Kennewick-Richland Metro

Desert Aire is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,953. Residents earn $83,482 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,953 Population 869/sq mi density
$83,482 Median Income $37,339 per capita
$434,600 Home Value $431,307 Zillow
$1,689 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 279 sunny days/yr
89 Violent Crime/100K 669 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,482 median income, 0.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$434,600 home value, $1,689/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
89 violent crimes/100K (77% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $83,482
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $434,600
54% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 89/100K
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,689
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

How Desert Aire Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,953
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density869/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,482
Per Capita$37,339
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$16,919M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$434,600
Rent$1,689
Ownership85.6%
Zillow$431,307
Housing Units1,306
Rent Burden26.9%

Crime

F
Violent89/100K
Property669/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured23.5%
Smoking12.4%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation542 ft (165 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+72.6%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute22 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Desert Aire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Desert Aire receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Desert Aire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Desert Aire is $83,482, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Desert Aire is $434,600, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,689 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Desert Aire is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 89 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 669 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Desert Aire enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Desert Aire has a population of 2,953 with a density of 869 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.5% female and 55.5% male. The city is predominantly White (30.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 40.7% of residents, while 59.3% speak Spanish. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 7.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 79.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,953
Total Population
869
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Desert Aire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 40.7%
48% below US avg
Spanish 59.3%
343% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Desert Aire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Desert Aire is $83,482, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,339. The average weekly wage is $1,362. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,416 business establishments, including 479 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Desert Aire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,482
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,362
IRS Avg AGI$87,174
Gini Index0.427 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,416
County GDP$16,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants479
Healthcare684
Retail596
Manufacturing164

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,091
45% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone65.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Desert Aire is $434,600, 54% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $431,307. Monthly rent averages $1,689 (45% above 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. 85.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,306 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2001. The average annual property tax is $5,091 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$434,600
54% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$431,307

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,689
45% above US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

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

Homeownership85.6%
Owner-Occupied85.6%
Renter-Occupied14.4%
Housing Units1,306
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,091
45% above US avg
Effective Rate1.17%
In Desert Aire, 39.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 31.0% have high blood pressure. 12.4% are current smokers. 17.5% report binge drinking. 27.4% are physically inactive. 22.2% report depression. 17.3% experience frequent mental distress. 23.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,419. The dentist ratio is 1:1,400. 75.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Desert Aire vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.1%
Uninsured23.5%
173% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,419
Dentists1:1,400
Mental Health1:258
Checkup Rate68.0%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death7,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities684
Desert Aire has a violent crime rate of 89 per 100,000 residents, 77% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 669 per 100,000, 66% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Desert Aire receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Desert Aire vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent89.2/100K
77% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property669.2/100K
66% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Desert Aire enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 279 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 7.5 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 542 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation542 ft (165 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density869/sq mi
Coordinates46.6942°N, 119.9291°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyBenton County County
Nearest AirportGrant County International (MWH)
46 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.5"
80% below US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 1.18"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0469 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score87.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability30.3 / 100
Community Resilience58.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Nov 28, 1991 7 km S of Walla Walla East, Washington M4.3 147 km
Jun 18, 1994 11 km SE of Skykomish, Washington M4.3 145 km
Jun 27, 2013 25 km N of Leavenworth, Washington M4.3 138 km
Feb 18, 2015 15 km ENE of Cle Elum, Washington M4.2 88 km
Jun 17, 2010 30 km S of White Swan, Washington M4.2 90 km
Jul 14, 1992 6 km S of Walla Walla East, Washington M4.1 147 km
Aug 16, 2004 16 km ENE of Packwood, Washington M4.0 118 km
Oct 9, 1998 20 km S of White Swan, Washington M4.0 81 km
Nov 18, 1997 20 km NW of Bickleton, Washington M3.9 74 km
Apr 15, 1991 4 km SE of Pateros, Washington M3.9 148 km
Aug 7, 1992 8 km WSW of Irrigon, Oregon M3.9 96 km
Mar 29, 2010 10 km NE of Cliffdell, Washington M3.8 86 km
Jan 1, 1997 14 km NNE of Selah, Washington M3.7 41 km
Jul 4, 1997 8 km NNE of Waterville, Washington M3.7 114 km
Sep 4, 2011 14 km N of Richland, Washington M3.7 60 km
Jul 13, 1995 13 km ENE of Ashford, Washington M3.7 149 km
May 18, 2008 11 km SSW of Benton City, Washington M3.7 65 km
Apr 6, 2025 12 km E of Greenwater, Washington M3.7 130 km
Oct 26, 1992 12 km N of Naches, Washington M3.5 62 km
Dec 24, 2000 8 km NNW of Entiat, Washington M3.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

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

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 30, 1957 EF2 45 km 0
May 19, 2006 EF1 98 km 0
Aug 10, 1985 EF1 75 km 0
Apr 23, 1983 EF1 73 km 0
Jul 1, 1978 EF1 85 km 0
May 1, 2024 EF0 43 km 0
May 26, 2023 EF0 64 km 0
Mar 31, 2020 EF0 64 km 0
May 22, 2016 EF0 80 km 0
Aug 13, 2014 EF0 43 km 0
May 19, 2010 EF0 81 km 0
Apr 7, 2008 EF0 52 km 0
May 9, 2005 EF0 43 km 0
Apr 23, 2005 EF0 49 km 0
Apr 23, 2005 EF0 54 km 0
Jun 7, 2004 EF0 75 km 0
May 19, 2004 EF0 86 km 0
May 11, 2003 EF0 78 km 0
May 15, 2000 EF0 37 km 0
May 9, 1999 EF0 53 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Adams (131 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Adams Stratovolcano 3,742 m (12,277 ft) 950 131 km
Rainier Stratovolcano 4,392 m (14,409 ft) 1450 141 km
Indian Heaven Shield(s) 1,806 m (5,925 ft) -6250 168 km
St. Helens Stratovolcano 2,549 m (8,363 ft) 2008 181 km
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 181 km
West Crater Volcanic field 1,329 m (4,360 ft) -5750 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RANGE 12 (167,604 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 RANGE 12 167,604 23 km
2000 24 COMMAND 162,300 39 km
1984 HANFORD 122,914 41 km
2021 SCHNEIDER SPRINGS 114,743 91 km
2000 MULE DRY 90,184 82 km
2013 COLOCKUM TARPS 79,279 56 km
2007 WAUTOMA 77,956 30 km
2020 EVANS CANYON 76,288 56 km
1996 COLD CREEK 72,859 9 km
2018 BOYLSTON 66,292 22 km
2012 TABLE MOUNTAIN COMPLEX 65,887 80 km
2023 NEWELL ROAD 61,833 99 km
2024 BIG HORN 51,023 93 km
2009 DRY CREEK COMPLEX 49,843 25 km
2024 RETREAT 44,681 77 km
2019 COLD CREEK 43,756 32 km
2003 UMTANUM RIDGE 34,351 10 km
2017 SILVER DOLLAR 30,789 18 km
2017 SUTHERLAND CANYON 29,492 69 km
2022 VANTAGE HIGHWAY 29,299 38 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
February 37°F (3°C) 0.7 in
March 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in
May 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
June 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Wettest

Desert Aire has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 32°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.2") and July the driest (0.2").

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Desert Aire is located in Benton County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 26.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 72.6% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.6% of the vote, a 21.9-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 684 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 65.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.6%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+72.6%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density869/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi
CountyBenton County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed90.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed14.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities684
Restaurants479
Retail Stores596

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone65.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%
Average costs for common services in Desert Aire. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

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 Benton 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 15,648 746 $63,224 1.11
Administrative & Waste Services 10,878 320 $102,509 1.87
Retail Trade 10,056 540 $39,440 1.02
Professional & Technical Services 9,854 607 $121,278 1.44
Construction 8,262 752 $87,388 1.60
Accommodation & Food Services 7,978 489 $28,107 0.89
Agriculture & Forestry 6,817 210 $36,516 8.54
Manufacturing 4,679 193 $70,497 0.58
Other Services 2,161 404 $43,608 0.73
Finance & Insurance 2,036 257 $91,052 0.51
Transportation & Warehousing 1,498 106 $62,264 0.36
Wholesale Trade 1,450 189 $76,653 0.37
Arts & Entertainment 1,411 82 $23,408 0.85
Real Estate 1,120 212 $45,516 0.73
Management of Companies 702 15 $102,482 0.42
Educational Services 649 75 $32,454 0.32
Information & Technology 631 88 $74,781 0.34
Utilities 155 12 $118,987 0.41

Radio Stations near Desert Aire

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Desert Aire

18 national parks and monuments found near Desert Aire.

ParkTypeFee
Brooks Memorial State Park Free
Developed Recreation State Park Free
Fort Simcoe State Park Free
Goldendale Observatory State Park Free
Helen McCabe State Park Free
Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail National Geologic Trail Free
Iron Horse State Park Free
Lincoln Rock State Park Free
Olmstead Place State Park Free
Peshastin Pinnacles State Park Free
Potholes State Park Free
River State Park State Park Free
Sacajawea State Park Free
Satus Pass State Park Property State Park Free
Squilchuck State Park Free
WA State Parks Eastern State Park Free
Wenatchee Confluence State Park Free
Yakima Sportsman State Park Free

Restaurants in Desert Aire

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

River View Cafe
Tumbleweeds Bar & Grill

Gas Stations in Desert Aire

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Gyms in Desert Aire

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desert Aire Fitness Center

Golf Courses in Desert Aire

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desert Aire Golf Club

Bridges in Desert Aire

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete2010261,511G
SlabPrestressed concrete1992261,100G

Airports Near Desert Aire

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Grant County International AirportMWHMedium Airport
Pangborn Memorial AirportEATMedium Airport
Yakima Air Terminal McAllister FieldYKMMedium Airport
Alamo Organic Orchards AirstripSmall Airport
Apple Valley AirportSmall Airport
B & G Farms AirportSmall Airport
Beiter AirportSmall Airport
Bell-Aire AirportSmall Airport
Boisselle AirportSmall Airport
Bowers FieldELNSmall Airport
Chinook Farms AirportSmall Airport
Christensen Bros Wahluke StripSmall Airport
Christensen FieldSmall Airport
Desert Aire Regional AirportSmall Airport
Ellensburg (Rotor Ranch) AirportSmall Airport
Ephrata Municipal AirportEPHSmall Airport
Green Acres AirportSmall Airport
Harrah AirportSmall Airport
Hillcrest Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hoverhawk Ranch AirportSmall Airport
J K D Farms AirportSmall Airport
Labbee FieldSmall Airport
Mattawa Air StripSmall Airport
Mc Mahon FieldSmall Airport
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3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Aryan Food MartConvenience Store30501 Hwy 24
Desert Aire MarketConvenience Store122 Frontier Way W
Desert Aire Motel & Mini MartConvenience Store525 Thunderbird Way S

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Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Aire

What is the population of Desert Aire?

Desert Aire has a population of 2,953 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 869 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.5% female and 55.5% male.

Is Desert Aire expensive to live in?

Desert Aire 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 $83,482, 11% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $434,600 (54% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,689 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Desert Aire safe?

Desert Aire is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 89 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 669 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Desert Aire receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Desert Aire?

Desert Aire enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Desert Aire?

The job market in Desert Aire is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,362. There are 5,416 business establishments in the area, including 479 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 4.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Desert Aire?

The median home value in Desert Aire is $434,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $431,307. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,689. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.6%. The average annual property tax is $5,091.

How are the schools in Desert Aire?

Schools in Desert Aire score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.3% of adults in Desert Aire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.6% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Desert Aire?

The obesity rate in Desert Aire is 39.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.4% of adults are smokers. 27.4% are physically inactive. 22.2% of residents report depression. 23.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 75.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,419.

What is transportation like in Desert Aire?

The average commute in Desert Aire is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 65.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Desert Aire?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Desert Aire is 30.5% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 40.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 59.3% speak Spanish. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 7.3% of residents have a disability. 79.1% have health insurance coverage.

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