Ellensburg, WA
Full City Profile · Washington · Kittitas County County
Ellensburg, WA
At a Glance
How Ellensburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ellensburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ellensburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ellensburg residents earn a median household income of $49,888 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,725. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,424 business establishments, including 178 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ellensburg is $357,800 , 27% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $453,399. Median rent is $1,258/month, with 34.9% 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 1986.
Safety & Crime
Ellensburg reports 222 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,225/100K.
Education
41.3% of adults in Ellensburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above the national average). 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ellensburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.