Buckley, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
5,306
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$121,719
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$506,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$834
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,552
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pierce County
5
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
Pierce County
7
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 4 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 7 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 6 | 2 | 40 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (50%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Schools
Glacier Middle School
<1 miles, N
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2.8
Elk Ridge Elementary
<1 miles, NE
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3.2
White River Special Ed Services
<1 miles, NW
White River Homeschool
<1 miles, NW
Colleges
Pierce College-Puyallup
12 miles, W
•
1.9
Green River College
13 miles, N
•
1.9
Gene Juarez Academy
17 miles, NW
•
1.4
Cortiva Institute-Seattle
17 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
St Elizabeth Hospital
4 miles, NE
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4.1
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
13 miles, NW
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2.3
Multicare Covington Medical Center
14 miles, N
Multicare Auburn Medical Center
14 miles, N
•
2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
24 miles, N
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4.1
Portland International Airport
112 miles, SW
•
3.7
Bellingham International Airport
115 miles, N
•
1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
151 miles, SE
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1