East - West Analysis
A comparison of East and West Yakima using 16th Avenue as a dividing line
When comparing built infrastructure, we should first look at the characteristics of the area we are studying.
Population and Area
If we split the City into two sections, we see that geographically, the West is larger than the East.
The same is true of population, with the West having a large population.
Size
East: 10.4 square miles
West: 17.86 square miles
Population*
East: 43,526 people
West: 47,940 people
*population estimated from 2010 census
Sidewalks
Next, we can compare sidewalks in our areas of study.
East: 122.21 miles of sidewalk
West: 127.79 miles of sidewalk
Streets with Sidewalks
Parks
Parks are an important part of community and provide for quality of life.
East: 25 parks, 188.36 acres
West: 16 parks, 357.26 acres
Parks
Yakima Transit Stops
Transit is a very important quality-of-life opportunity for people living in our city.
East: 293 stops
West: 301 stops
Transit Stops
Street Lights
Street lights are an important safety issue in the City.
East: 2,446 street lights
West: 2,437 street lights
Street Lighs