Median Income
$66,150
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$278,100
1% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
210/100K
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,253
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.8%
11% higher than US avg
How Kittitas Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,186
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density1,521/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Economy
B+
Median Income$66,150
Per Capita$42,562
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$278,100
Rent$1,253
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,877
Crime
F
Violent210/100K
Property842/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault140/100K
Burglary210/100K
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI23 (Good)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Elevation1,651 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.41
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute30 min
Libraries17
Is Kittitas a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kittitas receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Kittitas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kittitas is $66,150, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kittitas is $278,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,253 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Kittitas is below the national average at 210 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 842 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.
Education
27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Kittitas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.
Kittitas has a population of 1,186 with a density of 1,521 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.8%), with 3% Hispanic, 3.2% Black.
Population
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.4% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.6% |
| 21% below US avg |
The median household income in Kittitas is $66,150, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,150 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,562 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,002 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,706 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,385 |
| County GDP | $13,348M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 526 |
| Healthcare | 599 |
| Retail | 708 |
| Manufacturing | 248 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,109 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
The median home value in Kittitas is $278,100, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,253 (8% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,877.
Home Values
| Census Median | $278,100 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $299,877 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,253 |
| 8% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,002 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,108 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,454 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,022 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,439 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,109 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.84% |
In Kittitas, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kittitas vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.0% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,201/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 599 |
Kittitas has a violent crime rate of 210 per 100,000 residents, 45% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 842 per 100,000 (57% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Kittitas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 210.4/100K |
| 45% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 70.1/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 140.3/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 841.5/100K |
| 57% below US avg |
| Burglary | 210.4/100K |
| Theft | 631.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 70.1/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Kittitas has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.4 inches |
| 78% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 23.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 87.4% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,651 ft (503 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,521/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9837°N, 120.4189°W |
| County FIPS | 53077 |