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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Wenatchee, WA vs Ellensburg, WA

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Are people in Ellensburg older or younger than people in Wenatchee?
- The Median Age in Ellensburg is 10.8 years younger than in Wenatchee.

Are housing costs cheaper in Ellensburg or Wenatchee?
- Ellensburg housing costs are 3.0% more expensive than Wenatchee housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Ellensburg or Wenatchee?
- The average commute for residents of Ellensburg is 0.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Wenatchee.

Things to do in Wenatchee?
Wenatchee WA located Central Washington surrounding stunning Cascade mountains area provides perfect combination natural beauty modern amenities for ultimate retreat experience

Things to do in Ellensburg?
Ellensburg is an incorporated city located in Kittitas County, Washington offering plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails ideal for biking or jogging plus nearby Iron Horse State Park provides amazing views close by. There are also numerous shops and eateries providing unique itemsor delicious cuisine perfectfor anyone looking to have a meal out during their visit here!

 Wenatchee, WAEllensburg, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock19,215329,725,481
 Median Income$60,285  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock24.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$424,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.19  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Wenatchee    10 Reviews
Donald · Sequim, WA
Wonderfully diverse
Over 5 years ago

This is a wonderful place to live. Lots of sun, and Winters are not as cold as the East coast. With an enormous, thriving and escalating diversity of people, and  More

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Shaun · Leavenworth, WA
Love this place!!!
Over 8 years ago

I grew up in Seattle and spend most of my life there. As much as I love the Seattle area I've always felt the need to leave my home town to explore new horizons.  More

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nikke · East Wenatchee, WA
cost of living
Over 12 years ago

As my main residence is in Oceanside Ca. I stay in E. Wenatchee 3 to 4 months a year (spring/summer) I can say that Wenatchee is an expensive place to live...yes more  More

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Reviews for Ellensburg    2 Reviews
Barbara · Bothell, WA
Windy
Over 8 years ago

Q: where r the best places in the Ellensburg area that r protected from wind? Otherwise, is s good  More

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LeAnna · Ellensburg, WA
Overall opinion
Over 18 years ago

This is a great town to live and raise a family. The central location is wonderful, close enough to take a day trip to Seattle. There's skiing close by, rivers to go  More

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