Wenatchee, WA
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35,365
TOTAL POPULATION
17,694
MALE POPULATION
17,671
FEMALE POPULATION
100.13
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.87
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,656
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,619
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,143
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
15.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
84.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
17,007
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wenatchee Zip Codes
Wenatchee Area Codes
Race in Wenatchee
The most populous races in Wenatchee are White / Caucasian (22,591 | 63.9%), Hispanic or Latino (11,906 | 33.7%), and Some other Race (7,662 | 21.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 300 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 354 | 1.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 22 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11,906 | 33.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 332 | 0.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 22,591 | 63.9% |
| Two or more Races | 4,104 | 11.6% |
| Some other Race | 7,662 | 21.7% |
| Total | 35,365 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wenatchee
The most populous ancestries reported in Wenatchee are Mexican (9,987 | 28.2%), German (5,706 | 16.1%), English (3,797 | 10.7%), Irish (3,036 | 8.6%), and American (1,775 | 5.0%), together accounting for 68.7% of all Wenatchee residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 20 | 0.1% |
| Aleut | 2 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,775 | 5.0% |
| Arab | 42 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 44 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 134 | 0.4% |
| Blackfeet | 120 | 0.3% |
| British | 334 | 0.9% |
| Burmese | 66 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 91 | 0.3% |
| Celtic | 30 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 592 | 1.7% |
| Central American Indian | 30 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 109 | 0.3% |
| Chickasaw | 32 | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 36 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 129 | 0.4% |
| Choctaw | 38 | 0.1% |
| Colville | 14 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 71 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 30 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 229 | 0.6% |
| Czechoslovakian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 181 | 0.5% |
| Dominican | 240 | 0.7% |
| Dutch | 517 | 1.5% |
| Eastern European | 27 | 0.1% |
| Egyptian | 8 | 0.0% |
| English | 3,797 | 10.7% |
| Estonian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopian | 46 | 0.1% |
| European | 627 | 1.8% |
| Finnish | 204 | 0.6% |
| French | 614 | 1.7% |
| French Canadian | 81 | 0.2% |
| German | 5,706 | 16.1% |
| German Russian | 41 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 153 | 0.4% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 64 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 292 | 0.8% |
| Hungarian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 33 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 169 | 0.5% |
| Irish | 3,036 | 8.6% |
| Italian | 682 | 1.9% |
| Japanese | 8 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 58 | 0.2% |
| Laotian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Latvian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 81 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 9,987 | 28.2% |
| Mexican American Indian | 150 | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 32 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 98 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 1,495 | 4.2% |
| Panamanian | 71 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 271 | 0.8% |
| Portuguese | 166 | 0.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 30 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 251 | 0.7% |
| Salvadoran | 197 | 0.6% |
| Samoan | 44 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 442 | 1.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 291 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 954 | 2.7% |
| Seminole | 16 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 33 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 27 | 0.1% |
| South American | 42 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 211 | 0.6% |
| Spanish | 164 | 0.5% |
| Spanish American Indian | 69 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 66 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 872 | 2.5% |
| Swiss | 89 | 0.3% |
| Thai | 160 | 0.4% |
| Tlingit-Haida | 78 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 42 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 412 | 1.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 18 | 0.1% | View All 84 Rows |
Immigrants in Wenatchee
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wenatchee came from Latin America (4,285 | 12.1%), Central America (4,079 | 11.5%), Mexico (3,649 | 10.3%), El Salvador (250 | 0.7%), and Asia (179 | 0.5%), together accounting for 35.2% of all Wenatchee residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 15 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 179 | 0.5% |
| Cambodia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 142 | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 104 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 4,079 | 11.5% |
| China | 61 | 0.2% |
| Denmark | 16 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 104 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Africa | 15 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 116 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 52 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 250 | 0.7% |
| England | 17 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 15 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 131 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 20 | 0.1% |
| Greece | 15 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 113 | 0.3% |
| Hungary | 7 | 0.0% |
| India | 55 | 0.2% |
| Japan | 50 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 5 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 4,285 | 12.1% |
| Mexico | 3,649 | 10.3% |
| Nicaragua | 32 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 44 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 35 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 30 | 0.1% |
| South America | 102 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 55 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Southern Europe | 15 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 15 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 102 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 20 | 0.1% | View All 36 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wenatchee
Sex and Age in Wenatchee
The most populous age groups in Wenatchee are 25 to 29 Years (1,642 | 9.3%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (1,301 | 7.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,245 (7.0%) | 1,077 (6.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,494 (8.4%) | 1,134 (6.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,223 (6.9%) | 1,208 (6.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,254 (7.1%) | 870 (4.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,140 (6.4%) | 1,204 (6.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,642 (9.3%) | 1,068 (6.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,337 (7.6%) | 1,101 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,199 (6.8%) | 1,301 (7.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,123 (6.4%) | 1,170 (6.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 804 (4.5%) | 757 (4.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 942 (5.3%) | 808 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 877 (5.0%) | 1,048 (5.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 852 (4.8%) | 1,246 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 871 (4.9%) | 959 (5.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 664 (3.7%) | 904 (5.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 327 (1.8%) | 473 (2.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 261 (1.5%) | 435 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 439 (2.5%) | 908 (5.1%) |
| Total | 17,694 (100.0%) | 17,671 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wenatchee
Median Family Size in Wenatchee
The median family size in Wenatchee is 3.18 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,849 | 68.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.31 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (922 | 10.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.36 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,849 (68.9%) | 3.31 |
| Single Male/Father | 922 (10.9%) | 2.36 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,718 (20.2%) | 3.16 |
| Total Families | 8,489 (100.0%) | 3.18 |
Median Household Size in Wenatchee
The median household size in Wenatchee is 2.48 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,718 | 12.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.42 persons per household. non-family households (5,437 | 39.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,849 (42.0%) | 3.34 |
| Single Male/Father | 922 (6.6%) | 2.73 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,718 (12.3%) | 3.42 |
| Non-family | 5,437 (39.0%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 13,926 (100.0%) | 2.48 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wenatchee
Out of a total of 13,926 households in Wenatchee, 8,489 (61.0%) are family households, while 5,437 (39.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,741, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,601.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,601 (33.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,741 (26.9%) | 726 (5.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,582 (11.4%) | 34 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,676 (12.0%) | 76 (0.5%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,032 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 226 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 232 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,489 (61.0%) | 5,437 (39.0%) |
Female Fertility in Wenatchee
Fertility by Age in Wenatchee
Average fertility rate in Wenatchee is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 107.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 82.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 360 (82.2%) | 107.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 78 (17.8%) | 23.0 |
| Total | 438 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wenatchee
80.8% of women with births (438) in Wenatchee are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 23.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 276 (76.7%) | 84 (23.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 354 (80.8%) | 84 (19.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Wenatchee
Average fertility rate in Wenatchee is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 74.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 42.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 64 (14.6%) | 40.0 |
| High School Diploma | 119 (27.2%) | 74.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 186 (42.5%) | 72.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 43 (9.8%) | 37.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (5.9%) | 39.0 |
| Total | 438 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wenatchee
19.2% of women with births in Wenatchee are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 46.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 43 (67.2%) | 21 (32.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 64 (53.8%) | 55 (46.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 178 (95.7%) | 8 (4.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 354 (80.8%) | 84 (19.2%) |
Income in Wenatchee
Income Overview in Wenatchee
Per Capita Income in Wenatchee is $34,656, while median incomes of families and households are $79,619 and $66,143 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 35,365 | $34,656 |
| Median Family Income | 8,489 | $79,619 |
| Mean Family Income | 8,489 | $99,055 |
| Median Household Income | 13,926 | $66,143 |
| Mean Household Income | 13,926 | $84,713 |
| Income Deficit | 8,489 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 35,365 | 15.94% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 35,365 | 84.06¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 35,365 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Wenatchee
Average Earnings in Wenatchee are $37,646, $40,258 for men and $33,841 for women, a difference of 15.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 9,621 (53.7%) | $40,258 |
| Female | 8,280 (46.3%) | $33,841 |
| Total | 17,901 (100.0%) | $37,646 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wenatchee
The most common earnings brackets in Wenatchee are $100,000+ for men (1,194 | 12.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (858 | 10.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 221 (2.3%) | 400 (4.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 411 (4.3%) | 268 (3.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 318 (3.3%) | 220 (2.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 98 (1.0%) | 368 (4.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 274 (2.9%) | 488 (5.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 145 (1.5%) | 273 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 148 (1.5%) | 259 (3.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 175 (1.8%) | 122 (1.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 318 (3.3%) | 403 (4.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 366 (3.8%) | 119 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 645 (6.7%) | 858 (10.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 989 (10.3%) | 509 (6.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 666 (6.9%) | 735 (8.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 740 (7.7%) | 436 (5.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 317 (3.3%) | 334 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 276 (2.9%) | 306 (3.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,000 (10.4%) | 462 (5.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 455 (4.7%) | 474 (5.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 865 (9.0%) | 711 (8.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,194 (12.4%) | 535 (6.5%) |
| Total | 9,621 (100.0%) | 8,280 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wenatchee
Average earnings in Wenatchee are $43,780 for men and $38,733 for women, a difference of 11.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $99,421, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,007. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $84,451, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,962.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,007 | $21,962 |
| High School Diploma | $40,592 | $35,458 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $41,510 | $40,385 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $61,531 | $43,438 |
| Graduate Degree | $99,421 | $84,451 |
| Total | $43,780 | $38,733 |
Family Income in Wenatchee
Family Income Brackets in Wenatchee
According to the Wenatchee family income data, there are 1,689 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 161 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 204 | 2.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 161 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 492 | 5.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 594 | 7.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 866 | 10.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,477 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,689 | 19.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,604 | 18.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 722 | 8.5% |
| $200,000+ | 679 | 8.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wenatchee
7+ person families (209 | 2.5%) account for the highest median family income in Wenatchee with $139,842 per family, while 2-person families (4,070 | 47.9%) have the highest median income of $37,728 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,070 (47.9%) | $75,456 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,607 (18.9%) | $78,049 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,463 (17.2%) | $88,153 |
| 5-Person Families | 898 (10.6%) | $86,269 |
| 6-Person Families | 242 (2.9%) | $114,167 |
| 7+ Person Families | 209 (2.5%) | $139,842 |
| Total | 8,489 (100.0%) | $79,619 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wenatchee
The median family income in Wenatchee is $79,619, with families comprising 3+ earners (996) having the highest median family income of $137,842, while families with no earners (1,664) have the lowest median family income of $48,309, accounting for 11.7% and 19.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,664 (19.6%) | $48,309 |
| 1 Earner | 2,664 (31.4%) | $64,583 |
| 2 Earners | 3,165 (37.3%) | $93,512 |
| 3+ Earners | 996 (11.7%) | $137,842 |
| Total | 8,489 (100.0%) | $79,619 |
Household Income in Wenatchee
Household Income Brackets in Wenatchee
With 2,479 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Wenatchee, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 279 households (2.0%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 279 | 2.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 473 | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,239 | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,518 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,783 | 12.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,423 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,479 | 17.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,977 | 14.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 933 | 6.7% |
| $200,000+ | 822 | 5.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wenatchee
The median household income in Wenatchee is $66,143, with the highest median household income of $76,436 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,831 households (34.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $50,878, with 4,059 households (29.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 605 (4.3%) | $60,750 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,831 (34.7%) | $76,436 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,431 (31.8%) | $69,177 |
| 65+ Years | 4,059 (29.1%) | $50,878 |
| Total | 13,926 (100.0%) | $66,143 |
Poverty in Wenatchee
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wenatchee
With 9.3% poverty level for males and 14.2% for females among the residents of Wenatchee, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 113 males (25.3%) and 358 females (29.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 179 (14.4%) | 148 (13.7%) |
| 5 Years | 13 (7.6%) | 6 (2.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 298 (16.4%) | 358 (29.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 64 (10.4%) | 189 (22.3%) |
| 15 Years | 113 (25.3%) | 44 (29.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 7 (1.5%) | 20 (6.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 153 (10.9%) | 151 (9.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 168 (5.7%) | 490 (22.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 213 (9.3%) | 431 (17.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 132 (7.6%) | 203 (13.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 89 (5.2%) | 142 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 87 (5.7%) | 157 (8.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 106 (10.9%) | 135 (8.0%) |
| Total | 1,622 (9.3%) | 2,474 (14.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wenatchee
According to the poverty statistics in Wenatchee, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.6% of males and 97.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,066 (85.6%) | 929 (86.3%) |
| 5 Years | 158 (92.4%) | 276 (97.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,520 (83.6%) | 850 (70.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 550 (89.6%) | 658 (77.7%) |
| 15 Years | 333 (74.7%) | 107 (70.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 475 (98.6%) | 306 (93.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,255 (89.1%) | 1,425 (90.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,760 (94.3%) | 1,665 (77.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,072 (90.7%) | 2,032 (82.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,603 (92.4%) | 1,349 (86.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,613 (94.8%) | 2,152 (93.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,443 (94.3%) | 1,654 (91.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 869 (89.1%) | 1,559 (92.0%) |
| Total | 15,717 (90.6%) | 14,962 (85.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wenatchee
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wenatchee show that 4.7% or 277 of the total 5,849 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.7%, comprising of 55 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,123 (97.5%) | 81 (2.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,757 (92.6%) | 141 (7.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 576 (91.3%) | 55 (8.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 116 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,572 (95.3%) | 277 (4.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wenatchee
According to the poverty data in Wenatchee, 1.5% or 14 single-father households and 28.5% or 490 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (2.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 234 households (67.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (3.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 14 (2.3%) | 233 (31.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 234 (67.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14 (1.5%) | 490 (28.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wenatchee
The poverty data for Wenatchee shows that 277 of the married-couple family households (4.7%) and 504 of the single-parent households (19.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 55 households (8.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 234 household (67.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 81 (2.5%) | 23 (2.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 141 (7.4%) | 247 (18.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 55 (8.7%) | 234 (67.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 277 (4.7%) | 504 (19.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wenatchee
Employment by Class of Employer in Wenatchee
Among the 16,070 employed individuals in Wenatchee, private company employees (11,406 | 71.0%), not-for-profit organizations (1,233 | 7.7%), and local government employees (976 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 11,406 | 71.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 528 | 3.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 743 | 4.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,233 | 7.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 976 | 6.1% |
| State Government Employees | 699 | 4.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 485 | 3.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 16,070 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wenatchee
According to the labor force statistics for Wenatchee, out of the total population over 16 years of age (27,387), 62.1% or 17,007 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 544 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 86.1% or 2,099 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.4% or 92 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 599 (39.2%) | 92 (15.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,817 (77.5%) | 60 (3.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,255 (83.2%) | 61 (2.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,099 (86.1%) | 181 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,012 (83.7%) | 80 (2.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,818 (85.1%) | 62 (2.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,459 (75.8%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,072 (51.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 748 (22.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 128 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,007 (62.1%) | 544 (3.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wenatchee
According to labor force statistics for Wenatchee, 79.4% of individuals (13,716) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (17,275) are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 398 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 82.8% or 4,093 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.7% or 79 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 2,138 (73.1%) | 108 (3.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,062 (78.5%) | 101 (2.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,422 (80.3%) | 171 (3.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,093 (82.8%) | 119 (2.4%) |
| Total | 13,716 (79.4%) | 501 (2.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wenatchee
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wenatchee are Community & Social Service (1,504 | 9.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,361 | 8.3%), Management (1,300 | 8.0%), Health Technologists (974 | 6.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (796 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wenatchee, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (89.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (63.8%), and Management (59.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (78.2%), Health Technologists (68.3%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (65.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 777 (59.8%) | 523 (40.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 336 (44.4%) | 421 (55.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 508 (63.8%) | 288 (36.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 117 (58.8%) | 82 (41.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 302 (89.1%) | 37 (10.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 89 (34.5%) | 169 (65.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 552 (36.7%) | 952 (63.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 120 (45.6%) | 143 (54.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 92 (54.8%) | 76 (45.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 263 (36.5%) | 457 (63.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 77 (21.8%) | 276 (78.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 482 (35.4%) | 879 (64.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 309 (31.7%) | 665 (68.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,655 (46.4%) | 3,063 (53.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,689 (53.2%) | 7,645 (46.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wenatchee are Food Preparation & Serving (1,091 | 6.7%), Personal Care & Service (627 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (577 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (446 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (214 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wenatchee, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (97.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (96.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.4%), Personal Care & Service (84.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (52.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 38 (6.6%) | 539 (93.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 209 (97.7%) | 5 (2.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 136 (96.5%) | 5 (3.5%) |
| Law Enforcement | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 541 (49.6%) | 550 (50.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 213 (47.8%) | 233 (52.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 95 (15.1%) | 532 (84.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,096 (37.1%) | 1,859 (62.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,689 (53.2%) | 7,645 (46.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wenatchee are Office & Administration (1,507 | 9.2%), and Sales & Related (1,409 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 618 (43.9%) | 791 (56.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 427 (28.3%) | 1,080 (71.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,045 (35.8%) | 1,871 (64.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,689 (53.2%) | 7,645 (46.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wenatchee are Construction & Extraction (1,023 | 6.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (1,001 | 6.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (454 | 2.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 769 (76.8%) | 232 (23.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,023 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 437 (96.3%) | 17 (3.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,229 (89.9%) | 249 (10.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,689 (53.2%) | 7,645 (46.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wenatchee are Production (955 | 5.9%), Material Moving (668 | 4.1%), and Transportation (644 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 703 (73.6%) | 252 (26.4%) |
| Transportation | 515 (80.0%) | 129 (20.0%) |
| Material Moving | 446 (66.8%) | 222 (33.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,664 (73.4%) | 603 (26.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,689 (53.2%) | 7,645 (46.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wenatchee
Employment Industries in Wenatchee
The major employment industries in Wenatchee include Health Care & Social Assistance (2,940 | 18.0%), Retail Trade (1,821 | 11.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,533 | 9.4%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (1,489 | 9.1%), and Construction (1,130 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wenatchee
The Wenatchee industries that see more men than women are Construction (97.6%), Manufacturing (81.9%), and Utilities (80.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (73.6%), Educational Services (59.5%), and Professional & Scientific (55.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 1,043 (70.1%) | 446 (29.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,103 (97.6%) | 27 (2.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 804 (81.9%) | 178 (18.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 217 (46.3%) | 252 (53.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 975 (53.5%) | 846 (46.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 365 (50.6%) | 356 (49.4%) |
| Utilities | 268 (80.0%) | 67 (20.0%) |
| Information | 103 (56.9%) | 78 (43.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 203 (54.4%) | 170 (45.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 150 (60.5%) | 98 (39.5%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 491 (45.0%) | 600 (55.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 268 (68.4%) | 124 (31.6%) |
| Educational Services | 357 (40.5%) | 524 (59.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 775 (26.4%) | 2,165 (73.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 139 (48.9%) | 145 (51.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 730 (47.6%) | 803 (52.4%) |
| Public Administration | 412 (59.4%) | 282 (40.6%) |
| Total | 8,689 (53.2%) | 7,645 (46.8%) |
Education in Wenatchee
School Enrollment in Wenatchee
The most common levels of schooling among the 8,409 students in Wenatchee are elementary school (2,113 | 25.1%), middle school (1,915 | 22.8%), and high school (1,896 | 22.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 329 | 3.9% |
| Kindergarten | 487 | 5.8% |
| Elementary School | 2,113 | 25.1% |
| Middle School | 1,915 | 22.8% |
| High School | 1,896 | 22.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,425 | 17.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 244 | 2.9% |
| Total | 8,409 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wenatchee
Out of a total of 8,409 students who are enrolled in schools in Wenatchee, 866 (10.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,543 (89.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 113 (39.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,344 (99.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 172 (60.4%) | 113 (39.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,124 (88.9%) | 266 (11.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,281 (93.8%) | 150 (6.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,344 (99.4%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 353 (79.1%) | 93 (20.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 701 (94.9%) | 38 (5.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 311 (79.9%) | 78 (20.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 255 (67.6%) | 122 (32.4%) |
| Total | 7,543 (89.7%) | 866 (10.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wenatchee
Business (1,507 | 20.1%), education (1,213 | 16.2%), science & technology (732 | 9.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (685 | 9.1%), and social sciences (544 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 7,489 individuals in Wenatchee who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 179 | 2.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 685 | 9.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 416 | 5.6% |
| Psychology | 179 | 2.4% |
| Social Sciences | 544 | 7.3% |
| Engineering | 378 | 5.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 89 | 1.2% |
| Science & Technology | 732 | 9.8% |
| Business | 1,507 | 20.1% |
| Education | 1,213 | 16.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 485 | 6.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 233 | 3.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 179 | 2.4% |
| Communications | 181 | 2.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 489 | 6.5% |
| Total | 7,489 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wenatchee
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wenatchee
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wenatchee are males with 2 vehicles (3,289, accounting for 38.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,658, making up 44.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 81 (0.9%) | 195 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,633 (19.1%) | 1,703 (22.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,289 (38.4%) | 2,658 (35.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,211 (25.8%) | 1,701 (22.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,102 (12.9%) | 955 (12.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 243 (2.8%) | 229 (3.1%) |
| Total | 8,559 (100.0%) | 7,441 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wenatchee
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wenatchee are 10 to 14 minutes (4,041 commuters, 26.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (3,643 commuters, 24.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (2,833 commuters, 18.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 632 | 4.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,643 | 24.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 4,041 | 26.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,833 | 18.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,165 | 7.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 420 | 2.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,103 | 7.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 241 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 125 | 0.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 487 | 3.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 266 | 1.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 214 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wenatchee
The most common commute times in Wenatchee are 10 to 14 minutes (2,504 commuters, 30.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (2,313 commuters, 33.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 344 (4.2%) | 288 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,330 (16.2%) | 2,313 (33.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,504 (30.5%) | 1,537 (22.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,596 (19.5%) | 1,237 (17.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 626 (7.6%) | 539 (7.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 276 (3.4%) | 144 (2.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 658 (8.0%) | 445 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 120 (1.5%) | 121 (1.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 88 (1.1%) | 37 (0.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 359 (4.4%) | 128 (1.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 124 (1.5%) | 142 (2.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 177 (2.2%) | 37 (0.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wenatchee
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wenatchee are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (1,267, 15.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,291, 18.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 934 (11.4%) | 344 (4.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 563 (6.9%) | 119 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 499 (6.1%) | 267 (3.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 497 (6.1%) | 666 (9.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,267 (15.4%) | 635 (9.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,153 (14.1%) | 928 (13.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,144 (14.0%) | 1,291 (18.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 552 (6.7%) | 582 (8.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 146 (1.8%) | 268 (3.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 237 (2.9%) | 302 (4.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 223 (2.7%) | 379 (5.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 73 (0.9%) | 88 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 279 (3.4%) | 666 (9.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 635 (7.7%) | 433 (6.2%) |
| Total | 8,202 (100.0%) | 6,968 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wenatchee
Occupancy by Ownership in Wenatchee
Of the total 13,926 dwellings in Wenatchee, owner-occupied units account for 7,579 (54.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,347 (45.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,579 | 54.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 6,347 | 45.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 13,926 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wenatchee
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,601 | 33.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,467 | 32.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,616 | 11.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,242 | 23.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 13,926 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wenatchee
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,909 (41.5%) | 2,692 (58.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,995 (67.0%) | 1,472 (33.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 828 (51.2%) | 788 (48.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,847 (57.0%) | 1,395 (43.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,579 (54.4%) | 6,347 (45.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wenatchee
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 912 (48.2%) | 979 (51.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,158 (41.4%) | 1,636 (58.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,481 (50.9%) | 2,389 (49.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,028 (69.3%) | 1,343 (30.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wenatchee
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,972 | 21.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,464 | 17.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,835 | 13.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,596 | 18.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,118 | 15.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 981 | 7.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 960 | 6.9% |
| Total | 13,926 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wenatchee
Median Income by Occupancy in Wenatchee
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,579 (54.4%) | $85,147 |
| Renter-Occupied | 6,347 (45.6%) | $44,112 |
| Average | 13,926 (100.0%) | $66,143 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wenatchee
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 60 (0.8%) | 132 (2.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 11 (0.2%) | 76 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 51 (0.7%) | 417 (6.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 345 (4.5%) | 383 (6.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 170 (2.2%) | 346 (5.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 411 (5.4%) | 1,113 (17.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 841 (11.1%) | 938 (14.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,370 (18.1%) | 1,054 (16.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,270 (16.8%) | 1,209 (19.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,506 (19.9%) | 472 (7.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,544 (20.4%) | 207 (3.3%) |
| Total | 7,579 (100.0%) | 6,347 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wenatchee
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 413 (5.4%) | 190 (3.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,090 (14.4%) | 241 (3.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,195 (15.8%) | 818 (12.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 375 (5.0%) | 1,101 (17.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,445 (19.1%) | 2,034 (32.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,585 (20.9%) | 1,256 (19.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 618 (8.2%) | 390 (6.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 479 (6.3%) | 33 (0.5%) |
| $3,000 or more | 379 (5.0%) | 66 (1.0%) |
| Total | 7,579 (100.0%) | 6,347 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wenatchee
Housing Structures in Wenatchee
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,561 | 61.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 408 | 2.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 709 | 5.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 812 | 5.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 393 | 2.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2,487 | 17.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 556 | 4.0% |
| Total | 13,926 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wenatchee
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,781 (79.2%) | 1,780 (20.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 155 (38.0%) | 253 (62.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 26 (3.7%) | 683 (96.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 48 (5.9%) | 764 (94.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 31 (7.9%) | 362 (92.1%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 202 (8.1%) | 2,285 (91.9%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 336 (60.4%) | 220 (39.6%) |
| Total | 7,579 (54.4%) | 6,347 (45.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wenatchee
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 439 (6.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 174 (2.3%) | 1,908 (30.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,130 (28.1%) | 2,898 (45.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,718 (35.9%) | 629 (9.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,557 (33.7%) | 473 (7.4%) |
| Total | 7,579 (100.0%) | 6,347 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wenatchee
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 316 (4.2%) | 233 (3.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 4 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 7,176 (94.7%) | 5,878 (92.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 19 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 51 (0.7%) | 134 (2.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 13 (0.2%) | 102 (1.6%) |
| Total | 7,579 (100.0%) | 6,347 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wenatchee
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 190 (2.5%) | 877 (13.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,170 (28.6%) | 2,828 (44.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,807 (37.0%) | 1,959 (30.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,412 (31.8%) | 683 (10.8%) |
| Total | 7,579 (100.0%) | 6,347 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wenatchee
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wenatchee
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,710 | 4,869 |
| Median Property Value | $328,700 | $368,500 |
| Median Household Income | $60,978 | $1,150 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $483 | $356 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,633 | $67 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wenatchee
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 165 (6.1%) | 27 (0.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 95 (3.5%) | 36 (0.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 897 (33.1%) | 1,691 (34.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,140 (42.1%) | 2,132 (43.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 356 (13.1%) | 783 (16.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 23 (0.9%) | 68 (1.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 34 (1.3%) | 132 (2.7%) |
| Total | 2,710 (100.0%) | 4,869 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wenatchee
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 49 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 416 (15.3%) | 22 (0.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 207 (7.6%) | 150 (3.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 440 (16.2%) | 204 (4.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 482 (17.8%) | 401 (8.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 333 (12.3%) | 888 (18.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 389 (14.3%) | 937 (19.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 394 (14.5%) | 1,117 (22.9%) |
| Total | 2,710 (100.0%) | 4,869 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wenatchee
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 347 (12.8%) | 95,570 (1,962.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 486 (17.9%) | 424 (8.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 282 (10.4%) | 1,162 (23.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,581 (58.3%) | 1,289 (26.5%) |
| Total | 2,710 (100.0%) | 4,869 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wenatchee
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 400 (14.8%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 317 (11.7%) | 147 (3.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,878 (69.3%) | 597 (12.3%) |
| Total | 2,710 (100.0%) | 4,869 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wenatchee
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wenatchee
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,718 (98.0%) | 57 (2.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,014 (95.7%) | 268 (4.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,577 (84.0%) | 490 (16.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,692 (79.8%) | 933 (20.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,069 (85.7%) | 679 (14.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,601 (79.1%) | 686 (20.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,641 (91.1%) | 355 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,341 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,669 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 31,322 (90.0%) | 3,468 (10.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wenatchee
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,718 (98.0%) | 57 (2.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,014 (95.7%) | 268 (4.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,577 (84.0%) | 490 (16.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wenatchee
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,207 (90.1%) | 353 (9.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,593 (85.2%) | 970 (14.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,265 (87.3%) | 765 (12.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5,630 (88.6%) | 722 (11.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 11,288 (95.1%) | 587 (4.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wenatchee
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,654 (59.6%) | 1,100 (39.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,829 (61.0%) | 2,555 (40.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,069 (34.8%) | 1,604 (52.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,052 (22.8%) | 2,758 (59.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,084 (22.8%) | 3,427 (72.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 591 (18.0%) | 2,034 (61.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,266 (31.7%) | 2,640 (66.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,183 (95.3%) | 1,978 (59.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,652 (99.4%) | 1,924 (72.1%) |
| Total | 16,380 (47.1%) | 20,020 (57.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wenatchee
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 90 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 323 (8.9%) | 266 (9.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 573 (13.6%) | 433 (11.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 928 (16.2%) | 1,379 (21.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 549 (35.9%) | 475 (26.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 465 (47.7%) | 879 (51.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wenatchee
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 75 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 38 (1.0%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 185 (4.4%) | 38 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 328 (5.7%) | 279 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 204 (13.3%) | 160 (8.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 348 (35.7%) | 500 (29.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 176 (4.8%) | 223 (7.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 178 (4.2%) | 250 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 454 (7.9%) | 554 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 209 (13.7%) | 206 (11.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 131 (13.4%) | 353 (20.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 192 (5.3%) | 41 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 210 (5.0%) | 226 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 338 (5.9%) | 372 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 121 (7.9%) | 145 (8.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 141 (14.5%) | 370 (21.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 55 (1.3%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 381 (6.7%) | 745 (11.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 161 (10.5%) | 208 (11.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 233 (23.9%) | 521 (30.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 78 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.2%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 135 (2.4%) | 136 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 117 (7.6%) | 93 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 45 (4.6%) | 323 (19.1%) |
Technology Access in Wenatchee
Computing Device Access in Wenatchee
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 10,521 | 75.5% |
| Smartphone | 11,861 | 85.2% |
| Tablet | 7,907 | 56.8% |
| No Computing Device | 1,157 | 8.3% |
| Total | 13,926 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wenatchee
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 10,771 | 77.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,237 | 8.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 550 | 4.0% |
| No Internet | 1,643 | 11.8% |
| Total | 13,926 | 100.0% |
Wenatchee Summary
Wenatchee is a city located in the central part of Washington State in the United States. It is the largest city in Chelan County and is the county seat. The city is situated on the Columbia River, at the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia Rivers. The population of Wenatchee was 31,925 at the 2010 census, making it the largest city in North Central Washington.
History
The area around Wenatchee was first inhabited by Native Americans, including the Wenatchi, Chelan, and Entiat tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the city was officially incorporated in 1893. The city was named after the Wenatchi tribe, which means “river people” in the language of the local Native Americans.
The city was initially a small agricultural community, but it began to grow rapidly in the early 20th century. The construction of the Grand Coulee Dam in the 1930s brought an influx of workers to the area, and the city’s population grew to over 10,000 by 1940. The city continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and by the 2000 census, the population had reached over 31,000.
Geography
Wenatchee is located in the Wenatchee Valley, which is part of the Columbia River Plateau. The city is situated at the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia Rivers, and is surrounded by the Cascade Mountains to the west and the Okanogan Highlands to the east. The city is located at an elevation of 1,077 feet (329 m).
The climate of Wenatchee is classified as a semi-arid continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 48.3 °F (9.1 °C), and the average annual precipitation is 11.2 inches (284 mm).
Economy
Wenatchee’s economy is largely based on agriculture, tourism, and technology. The city is home to several large agricultural companies, including Stemilt Growers, a major producer of apples, pears, and cherries. The city is also home to several technology companies, including Microsoft, which has a large data center in the city.
Tourism is also an important part of the local economy. The city is home to several popular attractions, including the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, the Wenatchee Riverfront Park, and the Ohme Gardens.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Wenatchee was 31,925. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 0.7% African American, 1.3% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 13.2% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 22.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the city was $21,845. About 14.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wenatchee?
Total Population of Wenatchee is 35,365.
What is the Total Male Population of Wenatchee?
Total Male Population of Wenatchee is 17,694.
What is the Total Female Population of Wenatchee?
Total Female Population of Wenatchee is 17,671.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wenatchee?
There are 100.13 Males per 100 Females in Wenatchee.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wenatchee?
There are 99.87 Females per 100 Males in Wenatchee.
What is the Median Population Age in Wenatchee?
Median Population Age in Wenatchee is 36.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wenatchee
Average Family Size in Wenatchee is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wenatchee
Average Household Size in Wenatchee is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wenatchee?
Per Capita income in Wenatchee is $34,656.
What is the Median Family Income in Wenatchee?
Median Family Income in Wenatchee is $79,619.
What is the Median Household income in Wenatchee?
Median Household Income in Wenatchee is $66,143.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wenatchee?
Income or Wage Gap in Wenatchee is 15.9%.
Women in Wenatchee earn 84.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wenatchee?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wenatchee is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wenatchee?
There are 17,007 People in the Labor Forcein in Wenatchee.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wenatchee?
62.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Wenatchee.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wenatchee?
Unemployment Rate in Wenatchee is 3.2%.