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Republic, Washington

Republic, Washington, in Ferry county, is 91 miles NW of Spokane, Washington (center to center) and 180 miles NE of Seattle, Washington. The city is home to some 954 residents.

The People and Families of Republic

In Republic, about 51% of adults are married. People in Republic have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Republic had a median family income of $30,357. Home-based work is more common in Republic than in most places.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Republic. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Republic Housing

According to the 2000 census, 55% of the housing in Republic was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Republic, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city. In Republic you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Republic, 78% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyRepublic Short Commute Times
Low Property Crime
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyRepublic Low Property Crime
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 7%Republic Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 9%Republic Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Republic, WA

Comparing Republic 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
Age of the Population88
Male Share of the Population64
Racial Diversity62
Female Share of the Population57
Well-Paid Single Men53
Senior Citizens57
Children Under 5 Years Old43

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size22
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults53
People in Middle Class or Better22
People Above Poverty22
Median Family Income21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home109
Walking and Biking to Work53
Public Transportation Use42

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals107
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
Housing Recently Built75
Affordability of Rents710
Affordability of Property Taxes610

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime810
Low Violent Crime44
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