Bucoda, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
3/10
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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- 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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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
511
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
12.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$63,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$219,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$471
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$881
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Thurston County
3
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater Metro Area
3
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Thurston County
6
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater Metro Area
6
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10 | 25 | 37 |
| Feb | 7 | 19 | 38 |
| Mar | 7 | 18 | 41 |
| Apr | 4 | 13 | 45 |
| May | 3 | 4 | 51 |
| Jun | 3 | 1 | 55 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Oct | 6 | 4 | 48 |
| Nov | 11 | 23 | 40 |
| Dec | 10 | 26 | 35 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
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 (45%) (49%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Schools
Tenino High School
4 miles, NE
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3.7
Parkside Elementary
4 miles, NE
Tenino Elementary School
5 miles, NE
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2.8
Tenino Middle School
5 miles, NE
•
2.8
Colleges
Centralia Beauty College
7 miles, SW
Centralia College
7 miles, SW
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1.4
South Puget Sound Community College
16 miles, N
•
1.4
Saint Martin's University
17 miles, NE
•
2.8
Hospitals
Providence Centralia Hospital
8 miles, SW
•
4.1
Capital Medical Center
18 miles, N
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4.1
Providence St Peter Hospital
18 miles, NE
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3.2
Madigan AMC (FT Lewis)
26 miles, NE
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
52 miles, NE
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4.1
Portland International Airport
84 miles, S
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3.7
Bellingham International Airport
139 miles, NE
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1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
182 miles, SE
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