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Wapato, WA

Washington · Yakima County · Yakima Metro

Wapato is a small town in Washington with a population of 4,577. Residents earn $51,341 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,577 Population 3,946/sq mi density
$51,341 Median Income $17,688 per capita
$177,600 Home Value $276,588 Zillow
$931 Median Rent 19.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 279 sunny days/yr
158 Violent Crime/100K 2,352 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$51,341 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$177,600 home value, $931/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
158 violent crimes/100K (58% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $51,341
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,600
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 158/100K
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $931
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,577
Median Age24.6 yrs
Density3,946/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans1.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,341
Per Capita$17,688
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,600
Rent$931
Ownership50.0%
Zillow$276,588
Housing Units1,299
Rent Burden19.9%

Crime

F
Violent158/100K
Property2,352/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault99/100K
Burglary514/100K

Health

Obesity44.5%
Uninsured32.1%
Smoking15.0%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation852 ft (260 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+53.9%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score4.43

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Broadband87.3%
EV Stations3
Libraries17

Is Wapato a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wapato receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Wapato has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wapato is $51,341, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wapato is $177,600, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wapato is below the national average at 158 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,352 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wapato experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 20.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Wapato has a population of 4,577 with a density of 3,946 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 24.6 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (25.5%), with 8.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 20.9% of residents, while 79.1% speak Spanish. 1.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 78.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,577
Total Population
3,946
People / sq mi
24.6yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wapato vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 20.9%
73% below US avg
Spanish 79.1%
490% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wapato vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wapato is $51,341, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,688 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,002, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,385 business establishments, including 526 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wapato vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,341
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,688
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706
Gini Index0.422 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,385
County GDP$13,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare599
Retail708
Manufacturing248

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wapato is $177,600, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,588, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $931 (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. 50.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,299 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $5,109 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,600
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,588

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$931
20% below US avg
Rent Burden19.9%

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

Homeownership50.0%
Owner-Occupied50.0%
Renter-Occupied50.0%
Housing Units1,299
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Wapato, 44.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 33.6% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 14.0% report binge drinking. 38.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.7% report depression. 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 32.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,620. The dentist ratio is 1:1,404. 77.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity38.6%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress18.7%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Uninsured32.1%
273% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,620
Dentists1:1,404
Mental Health1:245
Checkup Rate66.1%
Dental Visits46.0%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599
Wapato has a violent crime rate of 158 per 100,000 residents, 58% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 98.8 per 100,000, robbery at 39.5, rape at 19.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,352 per 100,000, 20% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,305, burglary at 514, vehicle theft at 534 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 45 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 455 federally declared disasters. Overall, Wapato receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent158.1/100K
58% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape19.8/100K
Robbery39.5/100K
Assault98.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,352.2/100K
20% above US avg
Burglary513.9/100K
Theft1,304.6/100K
Vehicle Theft533.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
Traffic Accidents10
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wapato experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 279 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 7.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 852 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation852 ft (260 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density3,946/sq mi
Coordinates46.4436°N, 120.4215°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyYakima County County
Nearest AirportTri-Cities (PSC)
63 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.8"
79% below US avg
Snowfall 20.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 1.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score94.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability63.9 / 100
Community Resilience13.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

1,105 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 12, 2025.

Jun 18, 1994 11 km SE of Skykomish, Washington M4.3 146 km
Feb 14, 2011 31 km S of Morton, Washington M4.3 139 km
Feb 18, 2015 15 km ENE of Cle Elum, Washington M4.2 93 km
Jun 17, 2010 30 km S of White Swan, Washington M4.2 45 km
May 20, 1995 15 km NNE of Ashford, Washington M4.1 126 km
Jan 30, 2000 6 km SE of Condon, Oregon M4.1 141 km
Aug 16, 2004 16 km ENE of Packwood, Washington M4.0 84 km
Oct 9, 1998 20 km S of White Swan, Washington M4.0 35 km
Oct 1, 2004 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington M3.9 139 km
Jun 25, 2004 17 km W of Packwood, Washington M3.9 115 km
Nov 18, 1997 20 km NW of Bickleton, Washington M3.9 34 km
Mar 22, 1997 10 km ESE of Condon, Oregon M3.9 141 km
Aug 7, 1992 8 km WSW of Irrigon, Oregon M3.9 91 km
Sep 10, 1994 2 km SE of Enumclaw, Washington M3.9 144 km
Jan 3, 2018 37 km SSE of Morton, Washington M3.9 127 km
Mar 29, 2010 10 km NE of Cliffdell, Washington M3.8 75 km
May 18, 2008 11 km SSW of Benton City, Washington M3.7 74 km
Sep 4, 2011 14 km N of Richland, Washington M3.7 89 km
Oct 1, 2004 36 km NNE of Amboy, Washington M3.7 139 km
Jan 1, 1997 14 km NNE of Selah, Washington M3.7 37 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

14 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 30, 1957 EF2 18 km 0
May 19, 2006 EF1 89 km 0
May 1, 2024 EF0 75 km 0
Mar 31, 2020 EF0 89 km 0
May 22, 2016 EF0 100 km 0
Aug 13, 2014 EF0 50 km 0
Apr 7, 2008 EF0 17 km 0
May 9, 2005 EF0 20 km 0
Apr 23, 2005 EF0 20 km 0
Apr 23, 2005 EF0 13 km 0
Jun 7, 2004 EF0 69 km 0
May 15, 2000 EF0 13 km 0
May 9, 1999 EF0 29 km 0
Aug 26, 1997 EF0 24 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 250.0 m (820 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1980 WASHINGTON Explosion 250.0 m 61 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Adams (86 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Adams Stratovolcano 3,742 m (12,277 ft) 950 86 km
Rainier Stratovolcano 4,392 m (14,409 ft) 1450 112 km
Indian Heaven Shield(s) 1,806 m (5,925 ft) -6250 122 km
St. Helens Stratovolcano 2,549 m (8,363 ft) 2008 138 km
West Crater Volcanic field 1,329 m (4,360 ft) -5750 142 km
Hood Stratovolcano 3,426 m (11,240 ft) 1866 154 km
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RANGE 12 (167,604 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 RANGE 12 167,604 43 km
2000 24 COMMAND 162,300 64 km
1984 HANFORD 122,914 65 km
2021 SCHNEIDER SPRINGS 114,743 68 km
2000 MULE DRY 90,184 58 km
2013 COLOCKUM TARPS 79,279 85 km
2007 WAUTOMA 77,956 56 km
2020 EVANS CANYON 76,288 46 km
1996 COLD CREEK 72,859 39 km
2018 BOYLSTON 66,292 51 km
2012 TABLE MOUNTAIN COMPLEX 65,887 94 km
2023 NEWELL ROAD 61,833 66 km
2015 COUGAR CREEK 51,866 79 km
2024 BIG HORN 51,023 69 km
2017 NORSE PEAK 51,017 97 km
2009 DRY CREEK COMPLEX 49,843 36 km
2024 RETREAT 44,681 49 km
2019 COLD CREEK 43,756 59 km
2015 HIGHWAY 8 35,296 74 km
2003 UMTANUM RIDGE 34,351 39 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in
February 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
March 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Wettest

Wapato has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 31°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.3") and July the driest (0.2").

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Wapato is located in Yakima County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 6.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 53.9% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55.9% of the vote, a 14.3-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 17 public libraries serving the community. 599 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
Traffic Accidents10
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+53.9%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score4.43
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density3,946/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyYakima County County

Services

Broadband Access87.3%
Avg Download Speed88.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed15.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home1.9%
Average costs for common services in Wapato. 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)
View all 12 services

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$1,171
Toddler$899
Preschool$899
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$857
Toddler$865
Preschool$865
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Yakima County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Agriculture & Forestry 29,206 734 $40,035 30.96
Health Care & Social Assistance 18,432 860 $59,728 1.10
Retail Trade 11,113 705 $40,718 0.95
Manufacturing 7,852 259 $60,651 0.82
Accommodation & Food Services 7,056 590 $25,798 0.67
Wholesale Trade 4,316 273 $74,231 0.94
Construction 3,965 811 $58,460 0.65
Transportation & Warehousing 3,552 256 $56,938 0.72
Administrative & Waste Services 2,173 268 $43,397 0.32
Professional & Technical Services 2,090 378 $68,244 0.26
Other Services 1,913 376 $43,404 0.55
Finance & Insurance 1,304 233 $84,842 0.28
Arts & Entertainment 1,238 70 $30,375 0.63
Educational Services 1,228 79 $47,697 0.51
Real Estate 865 202 $51,970 0.48
Management of Companies 723 21 $96,320 0.37
Information & Technology 494 57 $55,585 0.23
Utilities 162 9 $121,687 0.37
Mining & Oil/Gas 37 8 $129,900 0.08

Schools in Wapato

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wapato High School High 874 48 18.2:1
Wapato Middle School Middle 718 44 16.3:1
Camas Elementary Elementary 390 32 12.2:1
Adams Elementary Elementary 384 25 15.4:1
Simcoe Elementary School Elementary 370 26 14.2:1
Satus Elementary Elementary 333 21 15.9:1
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Radio Stations near Wapato

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
104.1 The Hawk classic rock MP3 80 kbps
102.3 The Long Drive - Yakima, WA indie, pop AAC 128 kbps
104.9 The Hawk classic rock AAC+ 32 kbps
99.9 The Hawk classic rock, rock MP3 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Wapato

4 campgrounds found near Wapato.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Roza 5.0/5 6 $15
Umtanum 4.8/5 6 $15
Big Pines 4.2/5 43 $15
Windy Point Campground 3.8/5 14 $22

National Parks Near Wapato

14 national parks and monuments found near Wapato.

ParkTypeFee
Brooks Memorial State Park Free
Developed Recreation State Park Free
Fort Simcoe State Park Free
Goldendale Observatory State Park Free
Helen McCabe State Park Free
Iron Horse State Park Free
Lake Easton State Park Free
Maryhill State Park Free
Olmstead Place State Park Free
River State Park State Park Free
Satus Pass State Park Property State Park Free
Squilchuck State Park Free
WA State Parks Eastern State Park Free
Yakima Sportsman State Park Free

Museums in Wapato

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
YAKIMA VALLEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$1,309,294
YAKIMA AREA ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5092487337$749,232
LARSON GALLERY GUILDART MUSEUM5095744875$305,260
YAKIMA VALLEY RAIL AND STEAM MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM10 ASOTIN AVE5098651911$83,612
MCALLISTER MUSEUM OF AVIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5094574933$80,763
CENTRAL WASHINGTON AGRICULTURAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5094578735$75,490
AMERICAN HOP MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM22 S B ST5098654677$31,816
OLDE YAKIMA LETTERPRESS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2002 LANDON AVE5092487636$11,077
AHTANUM VALLEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GRANGER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1261 GRANGER ROAD
LARSON GALLERYART MUSEUM
MEMORY LANE MUSEUM OF GREATER YAKIMAGENERAL MUSEUM
TOPPENISH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TOPPENISH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5098653568
YAKIMA VALLEY TROLLEYHISTORIC PRESERVATION306 W PINE ST5092495962

Libraries in Wapato

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
YAKIMA VALLEY REGIONAL LIBRARY102 N THIRD ST0.0730,265

Farmers Markets in Wapato

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown Yakima Farmers MarketYakima Ave & S 3rd Street05/12/2019 to 10/27/2019Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Pete's Evening MarketSouth 4th Street07/23/2013 to 09/24/2013Tue: 4:00 AM-7:30 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Wapato

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wolf Den Restaurant

Cafes in Wapato

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anita's Cafe
Cup & Cut
Fiddle's Coffee House & Juice Bar
Lorraine's Espresso

Clinics in Wapato

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mid-Valley Family Medicine

Gas Stations in Wapato

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

76
Conoco

Banks in Wapato

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Valley Bank

Breweries in Wapato

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brewers Supply GroupBar, Home Brewers401 Walters Rd5094528250
Core Pack Llcmfg, manufacturing, beverage, wholesale, food, Paper Manufacturers, malt, Venues, brewer, Bar, Yakim1803 Presson Pl5094262511, 5095751900Visit
The Beer ShoppePub, Liquor Store, and Brewery302 W Yakima AveVisit
Yakima Craft Brewing CompanyBrewery, Pub2920 River Rd

Nursing Homes in Wapato

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
EMERALD CARE
209 NORTH AHTANUM AVENUE
Non profit - Other 82 71 2/5 3/5 2/5 5098773175

EV Charging Stations in Wapato

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
WOLF DEN 76 STATION 2 DC61 W Wapato RdChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Freehand Cellars - Tesla Destination420 Windy Point DrTesla Destination1TESLApublic
WOLF DEN 76 STATION 161 W Wapato RdChargePoint Network2J1772public

Fire Stations in Wapato

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Wapato Fire Department205 S Frontage RDMostly volunteer509-877-7146

Power Plants Near Wapato

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
DROP 2CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-120.5OS
DROP 3CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-120.6OS

Bridges in Wapato

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19913114,724G
CulvertConcrete continuous19913114,724G
SlabConcrete continuous1960325,040F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1939393,637F
Channel BeamConcrete1961341,400F
Channel BeamConcrete196126738G
Channel BeamConcrete195622325F
Channel BeamConcrete196326260G
Channel BeamConcrete197030200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198325133G
Channel BeamConcrete19772370G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19603236F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19747810G

Superfund Sites Near Wapato

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
DUNOLLIE ENTERPRISES LLC YAKIMA805 N 7TH STYAKIMA

Airports Near Wapato

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Yakima Air Terminal McAllister FieldYKMMedium Airport
Aerostone Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Alamo Organic Orchards AirstripSmall Airport
Apple Valley AirportSmall Airport
Arlington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
B & G Farms AirportSmall Airport
Beiter AirportSmall Airport
Bell-Aire AirportSmall Airport
Boardman AirportSmall Airport
Boisselle AirportSmall Airport
Bowers FieldELNSmall Airport
Chinook Farms AirportSmall Airport
Christensen Bros Wahluke StripSmall Airport
De Vere FieldSmall Airport
Desert Aire Regional AirportSmall Airport
Dogs Run Free AirportSmall Airport
Ellensburg (Rotor Ranch) AirportSmall Airport
Goldendale AirportSmall Airport
Harrah AirportSmall Airport
Hillcrest AirportSmall Airport
Hillcrest Farms AirportSmall Airport
J K D Farms AirportSmall Airport
Labbee FieldSmall Airport
Lettie's LandingSmall Airport
Mattawa Air StripSmall Airport
Mc Mahon FieldSmall Airport
Mercer Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Mettie AirstripSmall Airport
Piper Canyon AirportSmall Airport
Prosser AirportSmall Airport
Rules Roost AirportSmall Airport
Shangri-La AirportSmall Airport
Sunnyside Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Take Five AirportSmall Airport
Tieton State AirportSmall Airport
West Valley AirportSmall Airport
Wild Hair AirportSmall Airport
Wilkinson Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Wapato

11 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Big Wolf Mini MarketConvenience Store67831 US Highway 97
Bluestone Group 1 IncConvenience Store705 W 1st St
C.j.'s Custom MeatsSpecialty Store671 Jones Rd
Carniceria Michoacan LlcGrocery Store301 S Wapato Ave
Dollar Tree 7190Other109 W 1st St
Fiesta Mexicana Market LLCGrocery Store304 S Wapato Ave
International Market #846 846Supermarket512 W 1st St
La MazorcaConvenience Store118 S Wapato Ave
Tienda De Abarrotes Los Amigos LLCSupermarket209 S Wapato Ave
Wolf DenConvenience Store61 W Wapato Rd
Xpress MartConvenience Store631 W 1st St

Treatment Centers in Wapato

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Apple Valley Counseling Services LLCSubstance Abuse509-452-1000
Comprehensive Healthcare - Bridges Evaluation and TreatmentMental Health509-469-2085
Comprehensive Healthcare - Pathways Adult Residential TreatmentBoth509-453-4301
Comprehensive Healthcare - Selah Evaluation and TreatmentMental Health509-225-6311
Comprehensive Healthcare - Withdrawal Mgmt/Crisis Triage CenterSubstance Abuse509-575-4084
MERIT Resource Services - ToppenishSubstance Abuse509-865-5233
MERIT Resource Services - WapatoSubstance Abuse509-877-7271
MERIT Resource Services - YakimaSubstance Abuse509-469-9366
Triumph Treatment Services - Beths PlaceSubstance Abuse509-248-1800
Triumph Treatment Services - Community Drug and Alcohol CenterSubstance Abuse509-248-1800
Triumph Treatment Services - InspirationSubstance Abuse509-248-1800
Yakima Neighborhood Health Services - YNHS AMCSubstance Abuse509-454-4143

DOL Wage Violations in Wapato

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $201,032 in back wages owed to 521 employees.

7
Violations
$201,032
Back Wages Owed
521
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Wheeler Rock Products SIGNIFICANT 98951 1 $120,514 $2,114 57
Valicoff fruit Company Inc. (packing house) 98951 1 $66,891 $172 389
High Valley Orchards, LLC 98951 1 $9,881 $206 48
Robert Valicoff Jr. Ranch 98951 1 $1,437 $131 11
3-R ORCHARDS [OSHA] 98951 Apple Orchards 1 $1,437 $131 11
Valicoff 98951 1 $689 $689 1
SORBATTO FRESH, LLC 98951 1 $182 $45 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wapato

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 385
LIBERTY BIBLE CHAPELROUTE 4 BOX 4008-C
TEMPLO CRISTIANO DE LAS ASAMBLEAS DE DIOSPO BOX 388
YAKIMA BUDDHIST CHURCHPO BOX 1157

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wapato

What is the population of Wapato?

Wapato has a population of 4,577 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 3,946 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Wapato expensive to live in?

Wapato 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 $51,341, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $177,600 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wapato safe?

Wapato is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 158 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,352 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wapato receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wapato?

Wapato has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.8 inches, with 20.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Wapato?

The unemployment rate in Wapato is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,002. There are 6,385 business establishments in the area, including 526 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 1.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wapato?

The median home value in Wapato is $177,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,588. For renters, the median monthly rent is $931. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 50.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,109.

How are the schools in Wapato?

Schools in Wapato have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 6.1% of adults in Wapato hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.9% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wapato?

The obesity rate in Wapato is 44.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 38.6% are physically inactive. 20.7% of residents report depression. 32.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 77.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,620.

What is transportation like in Wapato?

The average commute in Wapato is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wapato?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wapato is 25.5% White, 8.7% Hispanic or Latino. 20.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 79.1% speak Spanish. 1.1% of the population are military veterans. 8.3% of residents have a disability. 78.9% have health insurance coverage.

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