Livability Score

79
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities D+

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (16) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Evergreen Coffee Company
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Red Rail Espresso
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Black Rock Coffee
Coffee Shop
Roasters
Coffee Shop
Black Rock Coffee Bar
Coffee Shop
Roasters Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Pearl Tea
Coffee Shop
Roasters
Coffee Shop
Coffee Break
Coffee Shop
Tease and Tan Salon and Espresso
Coffee Shop
Dutch Bros. Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Grand Central Coffee Station
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (10) F
Waterfall Classroom
Theatre Arts
Southgate 10
Cinema
9/11 WTC Memorial Kennewick
Attraction
The Pink House
Attraction
Neil F. Lampson Stadium
Stadium
Toyota Center
Stadium
REACH Museum
Museum
Carmike 12 Cinemas
Cinema
Edgar Brown Memorial Stadium
Stadium
Food and Drink (54) F
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Carl's Jr.
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
Jackalope Bar and Grill
Bar
Popeyes
Fast Food
Panda Express
Fast Food
Helados La Michoacana
Sweets
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Burlesque Brew
Fast Food
Copper Top Tap House and Growler Fills
Bar
McDonald's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Taco Time
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Fitness (4) F
Kennewick Grange
Community Centre
Gold's Gym
Gym
9 Round
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Green Life Fitness
Gym
Groceries (11) F
Fred Meyer
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
WinCo Foods
Grocery Store
Highlands Organic Market
Grocery Store
East Africa Grocery & Halal
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Yoke's Fresh Market
Grocery Store
URM Cash & Carry
Grocery Store
Red Apple Market
Grocery Store
Knutzen's Meats
Butcher
Fresh Picks
Grocery Store
Beltran's Bakery
Bakery
SuperMex El Pueblo Market
Grocery Store
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Parks (129) A+
Cherry Blossom Meadows Park
Park
Highlands Grange Park
Park
Zintel Canyon Greenway
Park
Al Robinson Park
Park
Volunteer Park
Park
Vancouver Park
Park
Southridge Sports Complex
Park
Underwood Park
Park
John Day Park
Park
Hawthorne Park
Park
Yelm Park
Park
Horse Heaven Hills Park
Park
Penn Park
Park
Park Hills Park
Park
Jay Perry Park
Park
Canyon Lakes Park
Park
Hatfield Park
Park
Columbia Park Splash Pad
Playground
Playground of Dreams
Playground
Inspiration Park
Park
Vista Park
Park
Lawrence Scott Park
Park
Kenwood Park
Park
Wade Park
Park
Fruitland Park
Park
Shops (123) C+
Circle K
Convenience Store
The Square
Mall
Mr. G's Bottle Shop
Convenience Store
Mr. G's Bottle Shop
Convenience Store
Scott's Cycle&Sports
Bicycle
Island Sun Tanning
Beauty
Petco
Pets
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
Big Lots
Department Store
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Harbor Freight Tools
Home Improvement
Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
Maverik
Convenience Store
Chevron
Convenience Store
Wavelengths
Hairdresser
Day N Night Nutrition
Nutrition Supplements
Runner's Soul
Shoes
Aaron's
Furniture
Boost Mobile
Electronics
Circle K
Convenience Store
Shelby's Floral
Florist
Speedway
Convenience Store
Circle K
Convenience Store
Max Mart
Convenience Store
Circle K
Convenience Store
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 1.3% take public transportation in Kennewick.
Public Transit Stops (358)
Stops & Stations A+
10th and Morain
Bus Stop
10th and Morain
Bus Stop
10th and Union
Bus Stop
Union & 12th Avenue
Bus Stop
Union & 12th Avenue
Bus Stop
Union and 10th Avenue
Bus Stop
Union & 10th Avenue
Bus Stop
10th & Union
Bus Stop
Union at Mid Columbia Library
Bus Stop
Union at Mid Columbia Library
Bus Stop
10th & Irby
Bus Stop
Union & 7th Avenue
Bus Stop
10th & Huntington
Bus Stop
4th avenue & Quillan
Bus Stop
Union & 5th Avenue
Bus Stop
4th avenue & Quillan
Bus Stop
10th & Arthur
Bus Stop
Union & 19th Avenue
Bus Stop
4th avenue & Morain
Bus Stop
4th avenue & Tweedt
Bus Stop
4th avenue & Morain
Bus Stop
4th avenue & Tweedt
Bus Stop
10th & Arthur
Bus Stop
19th Avenue & Huntington
Bus Stop
4th avenue & Johnson
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.3% F
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cost of living A

The cost of living in Kennewick is 106/100 - which is 10% lower than Washington.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. C+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime F

Kennewick crime rates are 5,134 per 100k, which is 38% higher than Washington
Property Crime
4,657 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
477 crimes per 100k D-
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employment B-

The median income in Kennewick is $62,283 - which is 1% lower than Washington.
Med. Household Income
$62,283 C-
Unemployment Rate
3.3% B-
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health A

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (26)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. D-
Infuze Medical
Clinic
Dentistry for Kids
Dentist
Kennewick Fire Station 62
Fire Station
Kadlec Urgent Care
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Creekside Dental
Dentist
Kennewick Fire Station 64
Fire Station
Fire Station 5
Fire Station
Trios Southridge Hospital
Hospital
Benton County Fire Station 110
Fire Station
Benton County Fire Station 130
Fire Station
Benton County Fire Station 160
Fire Station
Columbia Basin Oral and Maxilofacial
Dentist
Washington State Patrol
Police
Kennewick Police Station
Police
Trios Women's and Children's Hospital
Hospital
Kennewick Fire Station 61
Fire Station
Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates (BFOA)
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Kennewick Fire Station 63
Fire Station
Bright Now! Dental
Dentist
Pasco Fire Station 84
Fire Station
Fire Station 84
Fire Station
Planned Parenthood
Clinic
Miramar
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A+
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housing A+

Kennewick home prices are $239,200 - which is 11% lower than Washington
Home Price
$239,200 A
Home Appreciation Rate
27% A+
Home Affordability
3.8x (home price to income ratio) C-
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schools D+

The Kennewick graduation rate is 82% - which is 6% lower than Washington
School Test Scores
46% F
High School Grad. Rates
82% C-
Elementary Schools (29) F
Highlands Middle School
Southgate Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary School
Edison Elementary School - Kennewick
Westgate Elementary School
Hawthorne Elementary School - Kennewick
Desert Hills Middle School
Fuerza Elementary
Chinook Middle School
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School
Canyon View Elementary School
Park Middle School
Ridge View Elementary School
St Joseph'S Catholic School
Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center
Amistad Elementary School
Bethlehem Lutheran School
Legacy High School
Sage Crest Elementary
Mid-Columbia Parent Partnership
Washington Elementary School
Cascade Elementary School
Vista Elementary School
Tri-City Adventist School
Kingspoint Christian School
High Schools (10) F
Kamiakin High School
Phoenix High School
Southridge High School
Tri-Tech Skills Center
Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center
Legacy High School
Mid-Columbia Parent Partnership
Kennewick High School
Benton County Jail
Tri-City Adventist School
Kingspoint Christian School
Ugrad ? Esd123 Re-Engagement Program
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ratings A

Kennewick has an overall rating of 82% from 22 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes A
User Surveys (20)
From AreaVibes A+
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Kennewick, WA Area Guide

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Kennewick Area Facts

  • Kennewick has a Livability Score of 79/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Kennewick crime rates are 38% higher than the Washington average
  • Cost of living in Kennewick is 10% lower than the Washington average

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Talllest in tri cities 4.5 rating By Nuka2138 ( May 04, 2018) If you are looking for the tallest tower in tri cities you might as well go to the trios southbridge in Kennewick it ks amazing ...Read More Read Less
Kennewick, WA: A Slice of Americana that Remains 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 16, 2012) I have been in the state of Washington several times in my life and about all I can tell you about Kennewick, WA is it reminds me of being on a plane going over "flyover country." That is, a part of the continental United States where not much seems to happen except for those who ...Read More live there. It is a town that makes no pretense to be "cool" or to be anything greater than it is.

Like much of the state of Washignton however, Kennewick is surrounded by lots of natural surroundings which makes it ideal for outdoor sports. It is also host to two professional sports leagues which consist of an NHL Hockey League and an indoor football team. They each play at the Toyota Center. Nearby Columbia Park offers many opportunities which includes all kinds of water sports which includes boating, swimming, and fishing.

For a guy like me who has lived in big cities, or near big cities, all my life, there isn't much in the way of cultural amenities to speak of or look forward to. To find world class cultural activities takes many hours of driving time to find these activities in places like Seattle or Tacoma. But then again, is culture and fine dining all there is? After a day or two enjoying some fishing and hiking in the nearby parks, I've found it hard to leave because I'm reminded of values that still exists in these places that seem to be disappearing. I regard community as perhaps the most important aspect of life in Kennewick. I find such things as family and friendships to be tightly knit in Kennewick than I do in San Francisco or Seattle. Community counts most. Read Less
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      D+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Kennewick? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Cherry Blossom Meadows Park
      Highlands Grange Park
      Zintel Canyon Greenway
      Al Robinson Park
      Volunteer Park
      Vancouver Park
      Southridge Sports Complex
      Underwood Park

      Entertainment

      Waterfall Classroom
      Southgate 10
      9/11 WTC Memorial Kennewick
      The Pink House
      Neil F. Lampson Stadium
      Toyota Center
      REACH Museum
      Carmike 12 Cinemas

      Food & Drink

      Jack in the Box
      Dairy Queen
      Jimmy John's
      McDonald's
      Burger King
      McDonald's
      Carl's Jr.
      Taco Bell

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Kennewick? Of all people who commute, 1.3% take public transportation in Kennewick.
      Drive to Work
      81%

      4% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Kennewick? The cost of living in Kennewick is 106/100 - which is 10% lower than Washington.
      Kennewick
      106

      6% more expensive than average

      Washington
      118

      18% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Kennewick? Kennewick crime rates are 5,134, which are 38% higher than Washington
      Total Crime
      5,134 per 100k people

      121% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 20

      121% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      33%

      Year over year crime is up

      B- Employment

      What is the median income in Kennewick? The median income in Kennewick is $62,283 which is 1% lower than Washington.
      Median household income
      $62,28313% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $30,2401% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      29% lower than the US average

      A Health & Safety

      Is Kennewick a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Trios Women's and Children's Hospital
      Trios Southridge Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Costco Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Kennewick home prices? Kennewick home prices are $239,200 - which is 11% lower than Washington
      Median home value
      $239,20030% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $9551% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      65%

      2% higher than the US average

      D+ Schools

      Does Kennewick have good schools? The Kennewick graduation rate is 82% - which is 6% lower than Washington
      High school grad. rates
      82%

      2% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      46%

      4% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      20:1

      26% higher than the US average

      A User Ratings

      Is Kennewick a good place to live? Kennewick has an overall rating of 82% from 22 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      82%

      22 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      80%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      88%

      20 total surveys

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