Kettle Falls Public RecordsWashington

Kettle Falls, Stevens County, WA, has a homeownership rate of about 60%, with median home values around $270,000 as of 2023. Rental units make up 40% of housing, with median rents near $1,000/month. The market has seen steady 5% annual appreciation. Most homes are single-family, with some mobile homes and small apartment complexes. Popular neighborhoods include the city center and areas along the Columbia River. Property taxes average 0.89% of assessed value, below the national average, making homeownership relatively affordable in Kettle Falls.

Transportation in Kettle Falls, Stevens County, WA, is predominantly car-dependent, with approximately 85% of residents commuting by car and less than 1% using public transit, as per the US Census Bureau. The average one-way commute time is about 22 minutes. The city’s infrastructure centers on U.S. Route 395 and State Route 20, facilitating regional travel. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 95% of households owning at least one vehicle. Public transit options are limited to rural bus services. Major employment hubs include local schools, healthcare facilities, timber industries, and small businesses within city limits.

Kettle Falls, located in Stevens County, WA, is primarily served by the Providence Kettle Falls Family Practice Clinic, with the nearest hospitals—Providence Mount Carmel Hospital and Northeast Washington Medical Group—located about 12 miles away in Colville. Healthcare access is moderate, with approximately 88% of residents having health insurance. The population, around 1,595 (2022), is predominantly White (over 90%), and common health issues include chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. Local providers are mostly family physicians and nurse practitioners; the USDA classifies the city as a medically underserved area.

Kettle Falls, Stevens County, WA, serves its students through Kettle Falls School District, including Kettle Falls High School (approx. 270 students, graduation rate ~90%). The city has three main schools (elementary, middle, high). There are no colleges in Kettle Falls; about 12% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district’s average test scores are slightly below the Washington state average, and school safety measures are in place. Educational programs include STEM and advanced placement courses, with some dual-credit opportunities for high schoolers. Adult education options are limited, often requiring travel to nearby communities.

Kettle Falls, a city in Stevens County, WA, has a population of approximately 1,620 (2020 Census). The median age is around 40.5 years. The gender split is close, with about 50.5% male and 49.5% female. Racially, the city is 87% White, 4% Native American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, 2% from two or more races, and 0.5% Asian or Pacific Islander.