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Desert Aire, WA
Full City Profile · Washington · Benton County County
Desert Aire, WA
At a Glance
How Desert Aire Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Desert Aire's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Desert Aire a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Desert Aire residents earn a median household income of $83,482 , which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,339. The unemployment rate stands at 0.5% (86% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,416 business establishments, including 479 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Desert Aire is $434,600 , 54% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $431,307. Median rent is $1,689/month, with 26.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2001.
Safety & Crime
Desert Aire reports 89 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 669/100K.
Education
26.3% of adults in Desert Aire hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below the national average). 72.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Desert Aire has 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. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.