What are the schools like in Dallesport, WA?

Dallesport is served primarily by Lyle School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What is the median household income in Dallesport?

The median household income in Dallesport, WA is $62,759 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 14.1%.

What is the weather like in Dallesport, WA?

Dallesport has an average high temperature of 42.1°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 5.5 inches.

Dallesport, WA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Dallesport, WA affordable or expensive?

Dallesport's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dallesport is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $333,700 and the median rent is $1,006 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Dallesport, WA?

Dallesport has a violent crime rate of 31.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 664.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Dallesport, WA a Good Place to Live?

Dallesport is a small town of 1,426 in Washington, with a median household income of $62,759 and a 14.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Dallesport stands out for short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Dallesport is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Dallesport city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 103.1

Dallesport's overall cost of living index is 103.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dallesport costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Dallesport, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$333,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,006	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,759	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Dallesport's violent crime rate is 31.2 per 100,000 residents — 92% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

31.2 /100k

Property Crime

664.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Dallesport is served primarily by Lyle School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dallesport, WA	National Avg
School District	Lyle School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dallesport sees average highs of 42.1°F in January and 88.4°F in July, with 13.7 inches of annual precipitation and 5.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dallesport, WA
Average High — January	42.1°F
Average High — July	88.4°F
Annual Precipitation	13.7"
Annual Snowfall	5.5"

Demographics

Metric	Dallesport, WA	National Avg
Population	1,426	—
Median Age	42.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	14.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	79.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	15.4%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	22.8%	22.2%
65 and over	16.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

The Dalles, OR 2 mi Chenoweth, OR 3 mi Rowena, OR 6 mi Lyle, WA 7 mi Wishram, WA 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Dallesport

Dallesport, WA is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

98617 98635

Dallesport vs Other Cities

Dallesport, WA vs The Dalles, OR Dallesport, WA vs Chenoweth, OR Dallesport, WA vs Rowena, OR Dallesport, WA vs Lyle, WA Dallesport, WA vs Wishram, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dallesport, WA affordable or expensive?

Dallesport's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Dallesport roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $333,700 and median rent is $1,006/month.

What is the crime rate in Dallesport, WA?

Dallesport's violent crime rate is 31.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 664.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Dallesport?

Public schools in Dallesport are operated by Lyle School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1. 22.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dallesport, WA a good place to live?

Dallesport, WA has a population of 1,426, a median household income of $62,759, and an unemployment rate of 14.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Dallesport?

Dallesport averages 42.1°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 13.7 inches with about 5.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dallesport?

Dallesport, WA is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 98617, 98635.

What is the population of Dallesport?

The population of Dallesport, Washington is 1,426 with a median age of 42.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dallesport?

Key numbers for living in Dallesport: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $333,700, median household income $62,759, crime index 18 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dallesport side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.