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Palouse, WA

Washington · Whitman County

Palouse is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,131. Residents earn $92,875 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,131 Population 1,077/sq mi density
$92,875 Median Income $40,903 per capita
$261,000 Home Value $334,639 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 28.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
157 Violent Crime/100K 1,257 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$92,875 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$261,000 home value, $933/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
157 violent crimes/100K (59% below avg)
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $92,875
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $261,000
7% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 157/100K
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.2%
40% higher than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,131
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,077/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,875
Per Capita$40,903
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,378M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$261,000
Rent$933
Ownership86.0%
Zillow$334,639
Housing Units471
Rent Burden28.5%

Crime

F
Violent157/100K
Property1,257/100K

Health

Obesity29.6%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking10.3%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,432 ft (741 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.2%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+21.8%
School Score6.55

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute22 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries15

Is Palouse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palouse receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Palouse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palouse is $92,875, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.0% 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 Palouse is $261,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Palouse is below the national average at 157 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,257 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Palouse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Palouse has a population of 1,131 with a density of 1,077 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 3.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 7.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.9% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,131
Total Population
1,077
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Palouse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish 6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palouse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palouse is $92,875, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,903. The average weekly wage is $1,241, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,243 business establishments, including 123 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). 10.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Palouse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,875
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,903
Avg Weekly Wage$1,241
IRS Avg AGI$72,863
Gini Index0.528 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,243
County GDP$3,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants123
Healthcare100
Retail92
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Palouse is $261,000, 7% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,639, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below 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. 86.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 471 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1948. The average annual property tax is $4,918 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$261,000
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$334,639
Median List Price$472,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$472,000
$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden28.5%

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

Homeownership86.0%
Owner-Occupied86.0%
Renter-Occupied14.0%
Housing Units471
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Palouse, 29.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 26.3% have high blood pressure. 10.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.8% report binge drinking. 14.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 27.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 6.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,451. The dentist ratio is 1:2,164. 82.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Palouse vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD4.7%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.3%
26% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep27.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,451
Dentists1:2,164
Mental Health1:505
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits73.6%
Premature Death5,805/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities100
Palouse has a violent crime rate of 157 per 100,000 residents, 59% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,257 per 100,000, 36% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Palouse receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent157.2/100K
59% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,257.5/100K
36% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Palouse experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 273 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 17.5 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 2,432 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,432 ft (741 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,077/sq mi
Coordinates46.9103°N, 117.0752°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyWhitman County County
Nearest AirportPullman/Moscow Regional (PUW)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.03"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score39.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability20.8 / 100
Community Resilience50.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Feb 13, 2025.

Nov 28, 1991 7 km S of Walla Walla East, Washington M4.3 140 km
Aug 17, 1994 1 km E of Mullan, Idaho M4.1 116 km
Jul 14, 1992 6 km S of Walla Walla East, Washington M4.1 139 km
Nov 11, 2001 3 km NE of Spokane, Washington M4.0 90 km
Jun 25, 2001 Washington M3.9 89 km
Nov 8, 1997 39 km SE of Pierce, Idaho M3.8 147 km
Jun 28, 1998 3 km SE of Genesee, Idaho M3.8 44 km
Apr 24, 2015 12 km SSW of East Hope, Idaho M3.7 146 km
Mar 14, 1997 1 km E of Mullan, Idaho M3.6 116 km
May 30, 1996 3 km SSW of Mullan, Idaho M3.6 112 km
Jan 20, 2000 21 km ENE of Athol, Idaho M3.5 132 km
Jan 13, 1994 11 km SW of Lind, Washington M3.4 123 km
Nov 2, 1996 4 km W of Trout Creek, Montana M3.4 149 km
Jun 25, 2001 2 km SSE of Town and Country, Washington M3.4 92 km
Jun 17, 2004 11 km SSE of Washtucna, Washington M3.4 92 km
Jun 28, 1997 3 km NNW of Mullan, Idaho M3.4 116 km
Mar 8, 1994 32 km S of Wallace, Idaho M3.4 92 km
Dec 15, 1991 6 km SSW of Walla Walla East, Washington M3.3 140 km
Feb 11, 2025 2 km NNW of Mullan, Idaho M3.3 115 km
Sep 22, 2003 12 km NW of Rathdrum, Idaho M3.3 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

30 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 3 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 30, 1971 EF2 21 km 0
Mar 14, 1966 EF2 72 km 0
May 8, 1962 EF2 61 km 0
May 6, 1957 EF2 64 km 0
Jun 15, 1954 EF2 62 km 0
Jan 16, 2000 EF1 96 km 0
May 19, 1986 EF1 31 km 0
Apr 12, 1984 EF1 91 km 0
Oct 17, 1983 EF1 73 km 0
May 2, 1973 EF1 21 km 0
Jun 20, 1969 EF1 50 km 0
Apr 18, 2024 EF0 91 km 0
May 6, 2022 EF0 90 km 0
May 6, 2022 EF0 85 km 0
Aug 9, 2016 EF0 92 km 0
Jul 22, 2016 EF0 91 km 0
Oct 5, 2011 EF0 63 km 0
Oct 7, 2010 EF0 97 km 0
Jun 29, 2007 EF0 99 km 0
May 21, 2004 EF0 92 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1949 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m 140 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.0 m 123 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 3.6 m 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: COLUMBIA COMPLEX (118,865 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 COLUMBIA COMPLEX 118,865 100 km
2021 LICK CREEK 80,376 81 km
2005 SCHOOL 51,701 81 km
2007 CHIMNEY COMPLEX 50,646 97 km
2021 GREEN RIDGE 44,604 94 km
2015 FISHER 20,757 83 km
2021 BEDROCK 11,998 58 km
2010 HUBBARD 10,824 81 km
2016 SNAKE RIVER FIRE 10,349 40 km
2023 GRAY 10,096 82 km
2016 FLETCHER ROAD 9,380 97 km
2014 WATERMELON HILL 9,321 72 km
2021 SILCOTT 8,864 62 km
2007 UNNAMED 8,547 72 km
2022 WAGNER ROAD 8,155 64 km
2015 GILMORE GULCH 8,074 84 km
2016 SPOKANE COMPLEX 6,839 67 km
1997 POW WAH KEE 6,418 63 km
2022 RIPARIA 5,631 66 km
2016 PALOUSE FALLS 5,305 89 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in
February 34°F (1°C) 2.3 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.0 in Coldest, Wettest

Palouse has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 29°F in December to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.9").

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Palouse is located in Whitman County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 47.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 21.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 52.8% of the vote, a 9-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 15 public libraries serving the community. 100 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 52.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.2%
40% above US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+21.8%
School Test Score6.55
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,077/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyWhitman County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed45.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants123
Retail Stores92

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%
Average costs for common services in Palouse. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,026
Toddler$938
Preschool$938
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$857
Toddler$749
Preschool$749
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Whitman County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,923 35 $88,155 1.86
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,638 100 $51,818 0.60
Accommodation & Food Services 1,532 114 $22,912 0.88
Retail Trade 1,301 85 $36,130 0.68
Professional & Technical Services 632 116 $92,121 0.48
Wholesale Trade 537 57 $73,425 0.71
Construction 493 96 $63,152 0.49
Other Services 302 82 $36,895 0.52
Real Estate 291 48 $40,706 0.98
Finance & Insurance 163 40 $84,959 0.21
Administrative & Waste Services 137 36 $41,153 0.12
Arts & Entertainment 114 15 $28,461 0.35
Information & Technology 98 28 $87,951 0.27
Educational Services 78 12 $27,779 0.20
Management of Companies 18 5 $51,349 0.06

Schools in Palouse

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Palouse Elementary Elementary 83 9 9.2:1
Palouse High School High 53 6 8.8:1
Garfield at Palouse High School High 33 1 33.0:1
Palouse at Garfield Middle School Middle 30 0
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Radio Stations near Palouse

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Big Rock 99-1 Lewiston, ID MP3 128 kbps
KZUU AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Palouse

15 national parks and monuments found near Palouse.

ParkTypeFee
Coeur d'Alene Parkway State Park State Park Free
Dworshak State Park State Park Free
Fields Spring State Park Free
Fisk Property State Park Free
Hells Gate State Park State Park Free
Heyburn State Park State Park Free
Iron Horse Palouse State Park Free
Mary Minerva McCroskey State Park State Park Free
Mount Spokane State Park Free
Mount Spokane State Park State Park Free
Old Mission State park State Park Free
Old Mission State Park State Park Free
Riverside State Park Free
Steptoe Butte State Park Free
Winchester Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Palouse

1 trails found near Palouse.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
HUME RIDGE OHV 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Palouse

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM5093351910$65,415,546
PALOUSE DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5093326869$196,226
MC CONNELL MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2088821004$83,845
LATAH COUNTY HISTORICAL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2088821004$83,758
APPALOOSA MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM2088825578$45,457
CHARLES R. CONNER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5093353553
DRUCKER & HISTORIC TEXT & COSTUME COLLECTIONSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GALLERY 2ART MUSEUM5093353564
GEOLOGY MUSEMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5093353564
IDAHO FOREST FIRE MUESUMGENERAL MUSEUM2088824767
JAMES RICHARD JEWETT OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5093353564
M.T. JAMES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5093353564
MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGYGENERAL MUSEUMNE WASHINGTON ST5093353441
MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2371 NE HOPKINS COURT
PRICHARD ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2088853586
REALMS OF AVALONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3232
REFLECTIONS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2088856111
RIDENBAUGH ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2088856111
STALEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5093341008
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2088856111
WHITMAN COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5093322386

Libraries in Palouse

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PULLMAN (NEILL) PUBLIC LIBRARY210 N GRAND AVE0.0235,240
LATAH COUNTY DISTRICT110 S JEFFERSON ST0.0138,300

Farmers Markets in Palouse

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dale's Saturday Market1296 Kennedy-Ford Road
Moscow Farmers Market400 South Main, Moscow, Idaho 8384305/05/2018 to 10/27/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Moscow Food Co-op Tuesday Growers Market5th and Washington Streets05/27/2014 to 09/30/2014Tue: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;
Pullman Farmers Market 240 NE Kamiaken StVisit

Restaurants in Palouse

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Palouse Caboose

Banks in Palouse

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banner Bank

Breweries in Palouse

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Paradise Creek BreweryBreweryParadise SteetVisit
The Moscow Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink630 N Almon St2088747340

Cell Towers in Palouse

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1011 PARADISE RIDGE ROAD (67661)LTOWER87
1011 PARADISE RIDGE ROAD (67661)LTOWER87

Fire Stations in Palouse

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Palouse Fire Department335 W Echanove AVEVolunteer509-878-1240

Bridges in Palouse

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19381303,092F
CulvertConcrete continuous1983312,811G
CulvertConcrete continuous1983212,811G
CulvertConcrete1990382,811G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1972100614F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1950178429G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete197140187F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197132154F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197340123F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198038103F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197630102F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1982267100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19783053F
SlabPrestressed concrete20096852G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete199215350G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20008550G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19653040F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19003230F
SlabPrestressed concrete20102520G
SlabPrestressed concrete20042520G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19153010F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1900256F

Amtrak Stations in Palouse

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Moscow, ID1006 Railroad StreetBUS
Pullman, WA1255 NE North Fairway RoadBUS

Airports Near Palouse

47 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Spokane International AirportGEGLarge Airport
Fairchild Air Force BaseSKAMedium Airport
Lewiston Nez Perce County AirportLWSMedium Airport
Pullman-Moscow Regional AirportPUWMedium Airport
Bighorn AirparkSmall Airport
Carlin Bay AirportSmall Airport
Corral Creek AirportSmall Airport
Craigmont Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Driftwood Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dye Seed Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Estes AirportSmall Airport
Flying R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fountains AirportSmall Airport
Fowlers Northwest 40 AirportSmall Airport
Freeman Creek AirportSmall Airport
Garden Gulch AirportSmall Airport
Genesee AirportSmall Airport
Getaway FieldSmall Airport
Gossard FieldSmall Airport
Hatter Creek AirportSmall Airport
Hawks Run AirportSmall Airport
Heimgartner AirportSmall Airport
Hill AirportSmall Airport
Homeport AirportSmall Airport
Isaacson AirportSmall Airport
Jack A Buell AirportSmall Airport
Lower Granite State AirportSmall Airport
Oakesdale AirportSmall Airport
Ox Meadows AirportSmall Airport
Paradise Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Pine Creek AirportSmall Airport
Port of Whitman Business Air Center AirportSmall Airport
Red Bird AirportSmall Airport
Reed AirportSmall Airport
Regan Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Rock Creek Farm AirportSmall Airport
Rosalia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Schoepflin AirportSmall Airport
Seltice AirportSmall Airport
Silverbird AirportSmall Airport
Sky Island Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Sky Meadows AirparkSmall Airport
Slickpoo MX Park AirportSmall Airport
Spangle FieldSmall Airport
Staley AirportSmall Airport
White Pine Flats Ranch LLC AirportSmall Airport
Willard FieldSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Palouse

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Palouse Family FoodsGrocery Store215 E Main St

Post Offices in Palouse

0 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress

Treatment Centers in Palouse

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Palouse River CounselingSubstance Abuse509-334-1133
Palouse River CounselingBoth509-334-1133
Weeks and Vietri - Counseling and Community ServiceBoth208-882-8514

Churches & Religious Organizations in Palouse

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY CHAPEL OF THE PALOUSE215 E CHURCH ST
CHURCH OF CHRIST OF PALOUSEPO BOX 35
PALOUSE FEDERATED CHURCH635 N BRIDGE ST
PURSUIT NORTHWEST422 MCCOY RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Palouse

What is the population of Palouse?

Palouse has a population of 1,131 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 1,077 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.

Is Palouse expensive to live in?

Palouse 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 $92,875, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $261,000 (7% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Palouse safe?

Palouse is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 157 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,257 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Palouse receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Palouse?

Palouse has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Palouse?

The job market in Palouse is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,241. There are 1,243 business establishments in the area, including 123 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 10.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Palouse?

The median home value in Palouse is $261,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,639. For renters, the median monthly rent is $933. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 86.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,918.

How are the schools in Palouse?

Schools in Palouse score 6.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 47.2% of adults in Palouse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 21.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Palouse?

The obesity rate in Palouse is 29.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.3% of adults are smokers. 14.5% are physically inactive. 27.7% of residents report depression. 6.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 82.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,451.

What is transportation like in Palouse?

The average commute in Palouse is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Palouse?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Palouse is 82.2% White, 3.8% Hispanic or Latino. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 7.7% of the population are military veterans. 12.9% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

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