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East Wenatchee, Washington

city · Douglas County

At a glance

14,199
Population
$429,200
Median home value (all homes)
41% above U.S. median
$520,790
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,327/mo
Median rent
2% below U.S. median
$77,558
Median household income
1% below U.S. median
20 min
Average commute
92%
Homes with broadband
84.59%
Locations with fiber available
4.6%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 110 — 10% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing59% above
Goods & services2% above
Utilities46% below
Taxes50% below
Insurance24% below
Commute cost1% above
For business: Washington is CBII band 4/5 · time to build band 4/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college31 mi
Nearest community college2 mi
Nearest technical college59 mi
High school graduates84.8%
College graduates19.8%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Wenatchee Valley
A membership organization representing and promoting the interests of local businesses in Wenatchee Valley, offering programs to strengthen the business climate and engaging with community partners.
region Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority
The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority is the principal economic development agency for Chelan and Douglas Counties and is the first of its kind in Washington. It operates as an independent government entity formed by the consolidation of the Port of Chelan County and the Port of Douglas County.
state Economic Alliance Snohomish County
Economic Alliance Snohomish County creates economic growth and opportunities through leadership, collaboration, advocacy and support, encouraging business, partnerships, jobs and growth by collaborating with stakeholders throughout Snohomish County. It is described as a catalyst for economic vitality, resulting in stronger communities.
state Klickitat County Eco Development
Klickitat County Economic Development promotes business in Klickitat County, highlighting infrastructure investments, industrial sites, and a favorable location for locating a business.
state Washington Eco Dev Association
Washington Economic Development Association (WEDA) is Washington State’s only trade association laser-focused on economic development, committed to recovering, retaining, recruiting and expanding jobs and reinvestment in Washington State. WEDA's members include economic development organizations, cities, counties, ports, tribes, businesses, education and community-based organizations that prioritize economic development, and the association advocates for development opportunities in state legislative and regulatory arenas.
state Washington State Department of Commerce
As the state’s economic development agency, the Washington State Department of Commerce focuses on strengthening key industries, expanding international trade, helping small businesses grow, providing training to a new generation of workers, providing access to funding, and supporting the work of local economic development partners in all 39 Washington counties.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateNo

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