Ellensburg

WA

Kittitas County, Washington

Population 47K |Median income $73,804 |1 hospital

Population
47,172
Kittitas County
Median Income
$73,804
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$497,400
+118% vs avg
Median Age
35.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
47K+14%
Median Income
$73,804+72%
Median Home Value
$497,400+103%
Poverty Rate
14.4%-36%
Unemployment
6.3%-38%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,341/mo
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Unemployment 6.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 37%
Work From Home 13.8%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 82.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.6%
Asian 1.7%
African American 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
34.7%
High Blood Pressure
30.2%
Short Sleep Duration
29.7%
Physical Inactivity
19.4%
Binge Drinking
18%
Frequent Mental Distress
18%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.5%
Current Asthma
11.3%
Current Smoking
11.1%
Diabetes
9.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 69.4%
Dental Visit 65.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.1%
Stroke
3.2%

Alerts & News — Ellensburg Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Whitton as Demamiel Rd Fire Brought Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd, Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Ellensburg, WA? ▼
Ellensburg, WA has a population of 47,172 people, located in Kittitas County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Ellensburg? ▼
The median household income in Ellensburg, WA is $73,804 per year. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
What is the median home value in Ellensburg? ▼
The median home value in Ellensburg, WA is $497,400. Median rent is $1,341/month.
What are the top health concerns in Ellensburg? ▼
The top health indicators in Ellensburg include Obesity (34.7%), High Blood Pressure (30.2%), Short Sleep Duration (29.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Ellensburg? ▼
Ellensburg has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Ellensburg? ▼
The median age in Ellensburg, WA is 35.8 years. 37% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ellensburg, WA is located in Kittitas County, Washington. With a population of 47K and a median household income of $73,804, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ellensburg area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Kittitas County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.