Living in Klickitat County, Washington

Klickitat County is a county in Washington with a population of around 21,026. The main communities are Goldendale, White Salmon, Bingen.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,125/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $467K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 41°F) and warm summers (highs around 77°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Klickitat County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 47 and a moderately educated workforce (31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.