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Ephrata, WA


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Ephrata, Washington

Ephrata, Washington, in Grant county, is 66 miles NE of Yakima, Washington (center to center) and 131 miles E of Seattle, Washington. The city is home to some 6,808 residents.

The People and Families of Ephrata

In Ephrata, about 58% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Ephrata had a median family income of $43,500.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($5,083) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Ephrata. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Ephrata Housing

According to the 2000 census, 69% of the housing in Ephrata was owner-occupied. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city.

Commuting

In Ephrata, 88% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Ephrata it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

Of Note

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Ephrata Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 18%Ephrata Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Ephrata, WA

Comparing Ephrata 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
Male Share of the Population87
Senior Citizens78
Children Under 5 Years Old65
Racial Diversity55
Age of the Population56
Well-Paid Single Men55
Female Share of the Population34

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married67
Average Household Size66

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults67
Median Family Income45
People in Middle Class or Better46
People Above Poverty45

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work109
Short Commute Times89
Working at Home86
Public Transportation Use65

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents79
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals65
Affordability of Property Taxes67
People Living Alone66
Seasonal and Vacation Housing43
Housing Recently Built33

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime55
Low Property Crime23

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