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Cashmere, WA


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Cashmere, Washington

Cashmere, Washington, in Chelan county, is 63 miles N of Yakima, Washington (center to center) and 87 miles E of Seattle, Washington. There are 2,965 residents in the city.

The People and Families of Cashmere

In Cashmere, about 55% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Cashmere had a median family income of $45,347.

Political Inclinations

Cashmere folks tended to give their money ($425) to George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Republican party than to competing parties.

Cashmere Housing

As of 2000, the share of housing units in Cashmere that were owner-occupied was 58%. People on their own appreciate the studio and one-bedroom apartments in the city.

Commuting

In Cashmere, 91% of commuters drive to work. Cashmere offers good opportunities for biking and walking, so if you're out of shape give those a try. One of the nice things about the city is its reasonable commuting times.

Of Note

High Points

Cashmere strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Washington):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Cashmere Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Cashmere Public Transportation Use
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Cashmere Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Cashmere, WA

Comparing Cashmere to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population810
Well-Paid Single Women76
Racial Diversity74
Well-Paid Single Men75
Senior Citizens68
Children Under 5 Years Old65
Age of the Population57
Male Share of the Population42

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size76
Portion of People Married66

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults86
Median Family Income76
People Above Poverty78
People in Middle Class or Better55

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work98
Public Transportation Use96
Short Commute Times99
Working at Home53

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals108
People Living Alone78
Seasonal and Vacation Housing56
Housing Recently Built53
Affordability of Rents48
Affordability of Property Taxes24
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