Living in Kittitas County, Washington

Kittitas County is a county in Washington with a population of around 43,269. The main communities are Ellensburg, Cle Elum, Kittitas.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,755/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $493K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 37°F) and cool summers (highs around 71°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

Kittitas County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 34 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.