Median Income
$61,959
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$244,400
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,300
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.3%
81% lower than US avg
How South Wenatchee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,083
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density934/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,959
Per Capita$31,020
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$2,641M
Commute28 min
Housing
A
Home Value$244,400
Rent$1,300
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Elevation618 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+67.8%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Libraries4
Is South Wenatchee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, South Wenatchee receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. South Wenatchee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in South Wenatchee is $61,959, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in South Wenatchee is $244,400, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
South Wenatchee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.0 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
South Wenatchee has a population of 1,083 with a density of 934 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.4%).
Population
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
South Wenatchee vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 25.4% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Spanish | 74.6% |
| 457% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
South Wenatchee vs U.S. Average
The median household income in South Wenatchee is $61,959, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: South Wenatchee vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,959 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,020 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,042 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,288 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.3% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,424 |
| County GDP | $2,641M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 178 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 184 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,188 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.9% |
The median home value in South Wenatchee is $244,400, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $244,400 |
| 13% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $311 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,300 |
| 12% above US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,188 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.53% |
In South Wenatchee, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: South Wenatchee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.7% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,849/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
Crime Rates: South Wenatchee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 637 |
Safety Score
South Wenatchee has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.0 inches |
| 76% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 618 ft (188 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 934/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3944°N, 120.2893°W |
| County FIPS | 53037 |