South Cle Elum, WA
Full City Profile · Washington · Kittitas County County
South Cle Elum, WA
At a Glance
How South Cle Elum Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Cle Elum's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Cle Elum a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Cle Elum residents earn a median household income of $60,268 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,771. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.5% 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 South Cle Elum is $375,000 , 33% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $407,030. Median rent is $1,193/month, with 31.0% 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 1963.
Education
24.9% of adults in South Cle Elum hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Cle Elum has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.