Washington
Ephrata is a small city in Washington with a population of 8,493. Residents earn $70,321 per year, which is 6% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ephrata 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, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ephrata offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Ephrata is $70,321, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Ephrata is $240,000, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Ephrata is below the national average at 162 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,536 per 100,000, 131% above the national average.
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Ephrata experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 79.9% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 20.1% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,321 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,192 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,222 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,521 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.9% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,694 |
| County GDP | $8,583M |
| Restaurants | 233 |
| Healthcare | 186 |
| Retail | 290 |
| Manufacturing | 77 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,780 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.99% |
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
| Census Median | $240,000 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $318,194 |
| Median List Price | $358,750 |
| Median List Price | $358,750 |
| $/Sq Ft | $207 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 26.2% |
| Inventory | 42 |
| Census Median Rent | $993 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,588 |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,780 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.99% |
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 26.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,460/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 186 |
| Total Violent | 162.0/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Murder | 12.5/100K |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Rape | 37.4/100K |
| Robbery | 74.8/100K |
| Assault | 37.4/100K |
| Total Property | 4,536.4/100K |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 610.7/100K |
| Theft | 3,639.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 286.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 7.6 inches |
| 80% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,315 ft (401 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 810/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3123°N, 119.5343°W |
| County FIPS | 53025 |
Winner: Republican by 37.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.5% |
| 54% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 810/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 186 |
| Restaurants | 233 |
| Retail Stores | 290 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |