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Chelan Falls, Washington
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Chelan Falls, Washington is located in Washington (state)
Chelan Falls, Washington
Chelan Falls, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Country United States
State Washington
County Chelan
Area
 • Total 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2)
 • Land 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2)
 • Water 0 sq mi (0.0 km2)
Elevation
732 ft (223 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 340
 • Density 1,178/sq mi (454.9/km2)
Time zone UTC-8 (Pacific (PST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-7 (PDT)
ZIP code
98817
Area code(s) 509
GNIS feature ID 1517645

Chelan Falls is a small community in Chelan County, Washington, United States. It's called a census-designated place, which means it's an area the government counts for population, but it doesn't have its own city government. It's also an unincorporated community, meaning it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't part of an official town or city.

In 2020, about 340 people lived in Chelan Falls. This community is located right where the Chelan River flows into the big Columbia River. It's about 5 miles (8 kilometers) south of the town of Chelan. Chelan Falls even has its own post office with the ZIP code 98817.

About Chelan Falls

Chelan Falls is known for its beautiful natural setting. It sits at the mouth of the Chelan River, which comes from Lake Chelan. The community is surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Chelan County.

Where is Chelan Falls?

Chelan Falls is in the state of Washington, which is in the northwestern part of the United States. It's part of Chelan County. The community is right on the Columbia River, one of the largest rivers in North America.

What is a Census-Designated Place?

A census-designated place (CDP) is an area that the United States Census Bureau defines for statistical purposes. This means they count the people living there, but it's not an officially incorporated city or town. CDPs don't have their own local government like a mayor or city council.

People of Chelan Falls

Let's look at who lives in Chelan Falls! The community is home to a diverse group of people.

Population Numbers

According to the 2020 census, there were 340 people living in Chelan Falls. This was a small increase from 329 people in the 2010 census. There were 41 families and 119 housing units in the area.

Community Diversity

The people of Chelan Falls come from many different backgrounds. In 2020:

  • About 38.5% of the people were White.
  • About 1.4% were Asian.
  • About 0.2% were Native American.
  • About 50% were from other races.
  • About 9.7% were from two or more races.

Many residents have Hispanic or Latino heritage, making up about 63.2% of the population. Also, about 15.1% of the people speak Spanish at home. This shows that Chelan Falls is a community with a rich mix of cultures and languages.

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