Chewelah, Washington is a small town located in Stevens County and it has an estimated population of 2,521 people as of 2019. Despite its size, Chewelah has earned excellent rankings from BestPlaces.net due to its low cost of living, great outdoor recreation options and growing economy. The city's cost of living index is 78 – compared to the U.S. average of 100 – which ranks it at 8th out of all cities in the nation for affordability. Chewelah also ranks 10th in the nation for housing affordability and has an unemployment rate that is significantly lower than the U.S. average at 4%. In terms of outdoor recreation, BestPlaces ranks Chewelah 1st out of all cities in Washington State due to its access to public lands, wetlands, rivers and lakes that provide residents with plenty of hiking and camping opportunities. Finally, the city's economy has grown steadily over the years making it a great place for business owners and entrepreneurs alike. All these factors have made 99109 Chewelah, WA one of the top-ranked cities nationally according to BestPlaces ratings.
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