Algona, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,239 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
88.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,583 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$413,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$656 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,802 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

King County
4
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
4
Washington
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

King County
7
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 2 41
Feb 5 1 42
Mar 5 1 46
Apr 4 0 49
May 3 0 55
Jun 3 0 60
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 5 0 52
Nov 8 1 44
Dec 7 1 40

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 8%

Schools

Alpac Elementary School
<1 miles, S 3.2 star
Mt Baker Middle School
2 miles, SE 3.2 star
Gildo Rey Elementary School
2 miles, SE 4.1 star

Colleges

Gene Juarez Academy
4 miles, N 1.4 star
Cortiva Institute-Seattle
4 miles, N 1.4 star
Green River College
4 miles, E 1.9 star
Highline College
8 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Multicare Auburn Medical Center
2 miles, NE 2.3 star
St Francis Community Hospital
4 miles, NW 3.2 star
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
8 miles, SW 2.3 star

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
105 miles, N 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
118 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
164 miles, SE 1 star