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===History=== |
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The area now known as Naches has a long history of human use, beginning with Native American travel through the valley for fishing, hunting, and gathering in the nearby Cascades. The name “Naches” comes from a native word sounding like “Nach-cheese,” meaning “turbulent water,” referring to the nearby river. |
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European-American settlement began in earnest in the 1850s, and by the 1870s, families like the Kincaids, Denton, Lowery, Capps, and Sinclairs had established homesteads. Elijah Denton became the first permanent settler in 1876. Alongside J.M. Kincaid and “Preacher” Capps, he helped start the area’s fruit industry by planting apple and cherry trees. |
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In the late 1800s, Henry Sedge arrived and played a foundational role in the region's forest management. He became the first forest ranger in the Cascade Mountains, based at Crow Creek, and today Sedge Ridge bears his name. His family would become central to town development throughout the early 20th century. Henry later became postmaster of Naches in 1907, and in 1908 he opened a general store that also housed the town's post office. This store became an important hub for the community. |
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His son Willard Sedge was the first graduate of Naches High School in 1917, representing the growing importance of formal education in the newly established town. The Sedge family also contributed to civic life—Henry’s leadership in early town infrastructure and his roles in postal service and commerce helped anchor the town during critical development years. |
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In addition, St. John Catholic Church, which now occupies the former 1908 Presbyterian church building, shares its history with the Sedge family. They were among the key community members active in both religious and civic affairs. |
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As Naches developed, it transformed from open range and hay fields into a regional center of fruit production, powered by irrigation canals, railroads, dams, and a growing population of enterprising settlers like the Sedges. |
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===2010 census=== |
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Revision as of 01:17, 20 July 2025
Naches, Washington | |
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 Town hall | |
 Location of Naches, Washington | |
| Coordinates: 46°43′34″N 120°41′28″W / 46.72611°N 120.69111°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Yakima |
| Founded | 1909 |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Bill Davis[1] |
| Area | |
• Total | 0.87 sq mi (2.26 km2) |
| • Land | 0.87 sq mi (2.26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,453 ft (443 m) |
| Population | |
• Total | 1,084 |
• Estimate (2021)[5] | 1,046 |
| • Density | 971.33/sq mi (375.17/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes | 98929, 98937 |
| Area code | 509 |
| FIPS code | 53-47805[6] |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413032[3] |
| Website | townofnaches.com |
Naches is a town in Yakima County, Washington, United States. The population was 1,084 at the 2020 census.[4] The town is located along the Naches River west of Yakima near the eastern foothills of the Cascade Range.
Economy
Naches' economy is based mainly on timber and agriculture, known for its large production of apples, cherries, pears and various other fruits.
Geography
The Naches River passes through the town and empties into the Yakima River 16 miles (26 km) southeast in the city of Yakima.[7]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.69 square miles (1.79 km2), all of it land.[8]
Climate
Naches has a semi-arid climate (Bsk) with hot summers coupled with cool nights and moderately cold winters.
| Climate data for Naches, Washington | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 68 (20) |
69 (21) |
80 (27) |
92 (33) |
102 (39) |
105 (41) |
109 (43) |
110 (43) |
100 (38) |
88 (31) |
73 (23) |
67 (19) |
110 (43) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 39 (4) |
47 (8) |
56 (13) |
64 (18) |
72 (22) |
80 (27) |
88 (31) |
87 (31) |
78 (26) |
64 (18) |
48 (9) |
36 (2) |
63 (17) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 23 (−5) |
26 (−3) |
30 (−1) |
34 (1) |
42 (6) |
48 (9) |
53 (12) |
52 (11) |
44 (7) |
34 (1) |
27 (−3) |
21 (−6) |
36 (2) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −21 (−29) |
−25 (−32) |
−1 (−18) |
18 (−8) |
25 (−4) |
30 (−1) |
34 (1) |
35 (2) |
24 (−4) |
4 (−16) |
−13 (−25) |
−17 (−27) |
−25 (−32) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.15 (29) |
0.81 (21) |
0.62 (16) |
0.55 (14) |
0.58 (15) |
0.62 (16) |
0.22 (5.6) |
0.26 (6.6) |
0.36 (9.1) |
0.54 (14) |
1.05 (27) |
1.53 (39) |
8.29 (212.3) |
| Source: [9] | |||||||||||||
Demographics
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | 423 | — | |
| 1940 | 536 | 26.7% | |
| 1950 | 633 | 18.1% | |
| 1960 | 680 | 7.4% | |
| 1970 | 666 | −2.1% | |
| 1980 | 644 | −3.3% | |
| 1990 | 596 | −7.5% | |
| 2000 | 643 | 7.9% | |
| 2010 | 795 | 23.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,084 | 36.4% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,046 | [5] | −3.5% |
| U.S. Decennial Census[10] 2020 Census[4] | |||
History
The area now known as Naches has a long history of human use, beginning with Native American travel through the valley for fishing, hunting, and gathering in the nearby Cascades. The name “Naches” comes from a native word sounding like “Nach-cheese,” meaning “turbulent water,” referring to the nearby river.
European-American settlement began in earnest in the 1850s, and by the 1870s, families like the Kincaids, Denton, Lowery, Capps, and Sinclairs had established homesteads. Elijah Denton became the first permanent settler in 1876. Alongside J.M. Kincaid and “Preacher” Capps, he helped start the area’s fruit industry by planting apple and cherry trees.
In the late 1800s, Henry Sedge arrived and played a foundational role in the region's forest management. He became the first forest ranger in the Cascade Mountains, based at Crow Creek, and today Sedge Ridge bears his name. His family would become central to town development throughout the early 20th century. Henry later became postmaster of Naches in 1907, and in 1908 he opened a general store that also housed the town's post office. This store became an important hub for the community.
His son Willard Sedge was the first graduate of Naches High School in 1917, representing the growing importance of formal education in the newly established town. The Sedge family also contributed to civic life—Henry’s leadership in early town infrastructure and his roles in postal service and commerce helped anchor the town during critical development years.
In addition, St. John Catholic Church, which now occupies the former 1908 Presbyterian church building, shares its history with the Sedge family. They were among the key community members active in both religious and civic affairs.
As Naches developed, it transformed from open range and hay fields into a regional center of fruit production, powered by irrigation canals, railroads, dams, and a growing population of enterprising settlers like the Sedges.
2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 795 people, 317 households, and 225 families living in the town. The population density was 1,152.2 inhabitants per square mile (444.9/km2). There were 346 housing units at an average density of 501.4 units per square mile (193.6 units/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 92.8% White, 0.6% African American, 1.5% Native American, 3.3% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.3% of the population.
There were 317 households, of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.7% were married couples living together, 16.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.0% were non-families. 23.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.88.
The median age in the town was 37.4 years. 26.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.7% were from 25 to 44; 27.3% were from 45 to 64; and 12.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 643 people, 258 households, and 175 families living in the town. The population density was 1,595.8 people per square mile (616.1 people/km2). There were 279 housing units at an average density of 692.4 units per square mile (267.3 units/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 86.94% White, 1.40% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.16% Pacific Islander, 6.69% from other races, and 4.67% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.89% of the population.
There were 258 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.5% were married couples living together, 12.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.8% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.04.
In the town, the age distribution of the population shows 26.6% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 12.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.6 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $42,083, and the median income for a family was $47,679. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $22,961 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,084. About 10.7% of families and 11.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.8% of those under age 18 and 4.5% of those age 65 or over.
Education
Naches is served by the Naches Valley School District, who operates all schools within Naches.[11]
References
- ^ "Mayor & Town Council". Town of Naches. Retrieved June 24, 2024.
- ^ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Naches, Washington
- ^ a b c "Explore Census Data". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 13, 2022.
- ^ a b "City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2021". United States Census Bureau. September 13, 2022. Retrieved September 13, 2022.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ Cooper Magnusson, Elva (July 1934). "Naches Pass". Washington Historical Quarterly. 25 (3). University of Washington: 172. JSTOR 40475657. Retrieved June 24, 2024.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 12, 2012. Retrieved December 19, 2012.
- ^ "weather.com".
- ^ United States Census Bureau. "Census of Population and Housing". Retrieved August 31, 2014.
- ^ "Naches Valley School District". nachesvalley.org. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
Further reading
- Gossett, Gretta Petersen (1980). Beyond The Bend : A history of the Nile Valley in Washington State. Ye Galleon Press. ISBN 0-87770-213-6.
- Developing interest in Naches Yakima Herald-Republic April 24, 2011
External links
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