Wenatchee

WA

Chelan County, Washington

Population 80K |Median income $82,381 |3 hospitals

Population
80,172
Chelan County
Median Income
$82,381
+21% vs avg
Median Home Value
$490,100
+115% vs avg
Median Age
40.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
80K+10%
Median Income
$82,381+60%
Median Home Value
$490,100+93%
Poverty Rate
8.3%-37%
Unemployment
3.7%-57%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Poverty Rate
8.3% -42% vs avg
Unemployment 3.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.2%
Work From Home 9.6%
Public Transit 2.1%

Population

White 67%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.7%
Asian 0.8%
African American 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
32.4%
Obesity
29.1%
Short Sleep Duration
27.7%
Physical Inactivity
20.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.1%
Binge Drinking
15.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.8%
Current Smoking
11.4%
Diabetes
10.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 71.4%
Dental Visit 65.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
CONFLUENCE HEALTH HOSPITAL
WENATCHEE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Wenatchee 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 Wenatchee, WA? ▼
Wenatchee, WA has a population of 80,172 people, located in Chelan County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Wenatchee? ▼
The median household income in Wenatchee, WA is $82,381 per year. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
What is the median home value in Wenatchee? ▼
The median home value in Wenatchee, WA is $490,100. Median rent is $1,226/month.
What are the top health concerns in Wenatchee? ▼
The top health indicators in Wenatchee include High Blood Pressure (32.4%), Obesity (29.1%), Short Sleep Duration (27.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Wenatchee? ▼
Wenatchee has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Wenatchee? ▼
The median age in Wenatchee, WA is 40.4 years. 31.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Wenatchee, WA is located in Chelan County, Washington. With a population of 80K and a median household income of $82,381, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Wenatchee area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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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 (Chelan 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.