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Chelan County, WA market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Chelan County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 81,941
- +3.3% since 2020
- Households
- 31,520
- Median household income
- $82,381
- +40.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $490,100
- Jobs located here
- 42,458
- Highest market score
- 84
- Primary care and pediatrics, #45 of 1,656 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 81,941 people live in Chelan County, in 31,520 households. Population estimates show Chelan County grew 3.3% from 2020 to 2025, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Chelan County is $82,381 a year, 2% above the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 40.1% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Chelan County spend the most on child care and other personal services (an index of 122, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on clothing, shoes and related services (90).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Chelan County are for primary care and pediatric clinics (84), convenience stores (77) and child care centers and preschools (73). Chelan County ranks #45 of 1,656 scored counties for primary care and pediatric clinics.
Chelan County is part of the Wenatchee-East Wenatchee metro area. For its number of households, Chelan County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for coffee shops and cafes (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for primary care and pediatric clinics (56% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Chelan County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Chelan County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary care and pediatrics | 84 | #45 of 1,656 | 10 | 3.2 | $4.2M | 234 | 18 |
| Convenience stores | 77 | #247 of 2,261 | 19 | 6.0 | $10.2M | 130 | 7 |
| Child care and preschools | 73 | #188 of 1,611 | 14 | 4.4 | $1.6M | 159 | 21 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 71 | #327 of 2,222 | 31 | 9.8 | $4.1M | 135 | 60 |
| Pet stores | 69 | #186 of 974 | 7 | 2.2 | $4.6M | 101 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 69 | #208 of 1,302 | 6 | 1.9 | $6.9M | 222 | 7 |
| Pizza | 68 | #371 of 2,090 | 22 | 7.0 | $5.8M | 115 | 60 |
| Property management | 67 | #166 of 910 | 5 | 1.6 | Index only | 208 | 21 |
| Gas stations | 66 | #528 of 2,358 | 37 | 11.7 | $2.4M | 102 | 28 |
| Veterinarians | 65 | #382 of 1,485 | 12 | 3.8 | $2.7M | 98 | 10 |
| Pet businesses | 65 | #478 of 2,200 | 38 | 12.1 | $841K | 96 | 19 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 62 | #324 of 1,334 | 15 | 4.8 | $2.4M | 120 | 14 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 61 | #448 of 1,461 | 13 | 4.1 | $2.5M | 97 | 9 |
| Roofing and gutters | 60 | #354 of 1,177 | 6 | 1.9 | $15.3M | 181 | 15 |
| Tire shops | 60 | #519 of 1,530 | 13 | 4.1 | $2.8M | 110 | 8 |
| Nail salons | 59 | #419 of 1,328 | 14 | 4.4 | $2.3M | 140 | 11 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 59 | #449 of 1,327 | 10 | 3.2 | $3.6M | 116 | 13 |
| Barbershops | 59 | #471 of 1,356 | 18 | 5.7 | $1.8M | 96 | Under 3 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 56 | #918 of 2,394 | 184 | 58.4 | $227K | 149 | 101 |
| Electricians | 55 | #461 of 1,160 | 7 | 2.2 | $13.1M | 109 | 39 |
| Car washes and detailing | 55 | #616 of 1,451 | 19 | 6.0 | $1.9M | 75 | 5 |
| Auto repair shops | 55 | #958 of 2,378 | 78 | 24.7 | $460K | 104 | 44 |
| Auto repair and car care | 52 | #1,135 of 2,401 | 134 | 42.5 | $268K | 100 | 61 |
| Hair salons | 51 | #1,122 of 2,339 | 76 | 24.1 | $430K | 100 | 24 |
| Home repair trades | 49 | #1,068 of 2,057 | 39 | 12.4 | $2.4M | 97 | 98 |
| Gyms | 48 | #995 of 1,792 | 34 | 10.8 | $1.1M | 82 | 20 |
| Spas and skin care | 45 | #1,070 of 1,769 | 53 | 16.8 | $617K | 70 | 7 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 45 | #1,129 of 1,886 | 37 | 11.7 | $1.1M | 115 | 40 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 45 | #1,309 of 2,088 | 64 | 20.3 | $569K | 86 | 34 |
| Pest control | 44 | #419 of 699 | 5 | 1.6 | $8.5M | 83 | 6 |
| Laundromats | 44 | #462 of 785 | 6 | 1.9 | $9.8M | 78 | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | 43 | #906 of 1,422 | 22 | 7.0 | $1.9M | 79 | 16 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 42 | #1,640 of 2,385 | 164 | 52.0 | $199K | 94 | 44 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 41 | #1,176 of 1,707 | 26 | 8.2 | $3.5M | 74 | 44 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 41 | #1,480 of 2,210 | 82 | 26.0 | $715K | 81 | 26 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 40 | #1,613 of 2,402 | 101 | 32.0 | $1.9M | 57 | 32 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 39 | #1,450 of 2,087 | 62 | 19.7 | $945K | 74 | 26 |
| Insurance agencies | 39 | #1,506 of 2,272 | 57 | 18.1 | $1.1M | 89 | 37 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 38 | #1,705 of 2,176 | 128 | 40.6 | Index only | 83 | 67 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 38 | #1,736 of 2,405 | 225 | 71.4 | $569K | 86 | 113 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 37 | #685 of 887 | 34 | 10.8 | Index only | 44 | 7 |
| Real estate | 37 | #1,809 of 2,229 | 171 | 54.3 | Index only | 78 | 108 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 36 | #1,119 of 1,493 | 22 | 7.0 | $1.9M | 66 | 68 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 35 | #633 of 777 | 15 | 4.8 | $2.4M | 60 | 20 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 35 | #1,484 of 1,889 | 42 | 13.3 | $3.1M | 74 | 55 |
| Grocery stores | 35 | #1,519 of 2,070 | 39 | 12.4 | $5M | 54 | 25 |
| Chiropractors | 34 | #1,184 of 1,490 | 29 | 9.2 | $1.4M | 60 | 20 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 32 | #1,967 of 2,405 | 575 | 182.4 | $223K | 60 | 225 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 31 | #1,549 of 1,771 | 40 | 12.7 | $1.1M | 63 | 101 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 30 | #1,767 of 2,063 | 90 | 28.6 | $1.4M | 38 | 51 |
| House cleaning | 27 | #775 of 847 | 13 | 4.1 | $3.3M | 51 | 27 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.3 | $1.3M | 193 | 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.3 | Index only | 55 | 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.0 | $12M | 87 | 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.3 | $41.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Chelan County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $35.9M | $1,139 | 119 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $90.4M | $2,869 | 111 |
| Food away from home | $128.1M | $4,064 | 100 |
| Groceries | $194.1M | $6,158 | 97 |
| Personal care products and services | $32.7M | $1,037 | 103 |
| Child care and other personal services | $22.2M | $706 | 122 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $36.4M | $1,156 | 118 |
| Medical and dental services | $41.7M | $1,323 | 103 |
| Pets | $32M | $1,014 | 111 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $58.6M | $1,859 | 90 |
| Vehicle insurance | $63.8M | $2,025 | 104 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $91.8M | $2,912 | 96 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $42.6M | $1,350 | 95 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $577.8M | $18,333 | 110 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Chelan County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 81,941+3.3% since 2020
- Households
- 31,520
- Median age
- 41.7
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 65%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.0
- Land area
- 2,921 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 27
- Median household income
- $82,381+40.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $112,869
- Median home value
- $490,100
- Jobs located here
- 42,458
- Daytime population
- 82,578Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Chelan County, WA growing?
Population estimates put Chelan County at 81,941 people in 2025, up 3.3% since 2020, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 31,520 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 40.1%, before inflation.
How much do households in Chelan County, WA spend?
Households in Chelan County spend about $577.8M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $194.1M on groceries and $128.1M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Chelan County runs highest on child care and other personal services (an index of 122, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on clothing, shoes and related services (90).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Chelan County, WA?
Of the business types scored in Chelan County, primary care and pediatric clinics (84), convenience stores (77) and child care centers and preschools (73) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For primary care and pediatric clinics, that ranks #45 of 1,656 scored counties.
How does Chelan County, WA compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Chelan County is $82,381, 2% above the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.3% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $490,100, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for coffee shops and cafes (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for primary care and pediatric clinics (56% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 51 of the 56 business types have a score in Chelan County, each ranked against other counties.
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