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Grandview, WA

Grandview is a city in Yakima County, Washington, United States. It is about 38 miles west of Kennewick and 38 miles southeast of Yakima. The population was 10,907 at the 2020 census. Grandview's economy is agriculture based; with apples, cherries, concord and wine grapes, hops, asparagus, corn, wheat, dairy and other fruit and vegetable production supported by processing plants and cold storage facilities.

Yakima County is a county in the U.S. state of Washington. As of the 2020 census, its population was 256,728. The county seat and most populous city is Yakima. The county was formed out of Ferguson County in January 1865 and is named for the Yakama tribe of Native Americans.

Yakima County comprises the Yakima, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area and is Washington state's most populous majority-Hispanic county as of 2020.

Grandview received its name in 1906 due to its view of Mount Rainier and Mount Adams. Grandview was officially incorporated on September 21, 1909. It began simply as the halfway point on the rail line between Prosser and Sunnyside.

Grandview is located at 46°15′13″N 119°54′36″W (46.253670, -119.910133). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.31 square miles (16.34 km²), of which, 6.23 square miles (16.14 km²) is land and 0.08 square miles (0.21 km²) is water.

As of the 2010 census, there were 10,862 people, 2,996 households, and 2,459 families living in the city. The population density was 1,743.5 inhabitants per square mile (673.2/km²). There were 3,136 housing units at an average density of 503.4 per square mile (194.4/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 55.2% White, 0.9% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 38.8% from other races, and 4.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 79.7% of the population.

The city places a strong emphasis on health and wellness to its residents. The Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic and Astria Health Center offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. G Town Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For outdoor enthusiasts, Grandview Parks and Recreation provides numerous parks and trails for hiking and biking. Enhance your fitness routine at Anytime Fitness, a 24-hour gym with state-of-the-art equipment. Yoga lovers can find peace at Expand Yoga, which offers a range of classes from beginner to advanced levels. Fit4Mom offers fitness programs for moms at all stages of motherhood, including prenatal and postnatal workouts.

Top sites in Grandview WA include Yakima Sportsman State Park, Yakima Area Arboretum, Capitol Theatre, and Yakima Valley Museum.

Population: 11,043 (2022). Elevation: 804 ft (245 m). Area: 6.52 sq mi (16.89 km²). ZIP Code: 98930. Area code(s): 509. 

FAQs

Is Grandview, WA expensive to live in?

Grandview, Washington's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average. Grandview's housing expenses are 26% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 17% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 16% higher than the national average. Grandview has grocery prices that are 3% lower than the national average. Healthcare in Grandview is 4% higher than the national average.

Is Grandview, WA a good place to live?

Grandview is in Yakima County. Living in Grandview offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Grandview there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Grandview and residents tend to lean liberal.

What is Grandview, WA known for?

Grandview is equidistant, 40 miles, from the city of Yakima and the Tri-Cities of Richland, Pasco and Kennewick. It is a growing community of 11,043 residents. It’s economy is agriculture based; with apples, cherries, concord and wine grapes, hops, asparagus, corn, wheat, dairy and other fruit and vegetable production supported by processing plants and cold storage facilities. It is the home to quality schools, the YVC-Grandview Campus, numerous churches, over 70 acres of community parks; including the Country Park Events Center, a community center, a regulation 18-hole disc golf course, seasonal swimming pool, museum, and public library.

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City of Grandview

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Yakima Sportsman State Park

Yakima Area Arboretum

Capitol Theatre

Yakima Valley Museum

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

Astria Health Center

G Town Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Expand Yoga

Fit4Mom

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