Chain Lake, 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
4/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
4,989
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
42.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$148,932
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$830,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$806
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,631
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Snohomish County
3
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
Snohomish County
5
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 5 | 39 |
| Feb | 5 | 3 | 41 |
| Mar | 5 | 2 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 9 | 2 | 43 |
| Dec | 7 | 4 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.
Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Schools
Chain Lake Elementary School
1 miles, S
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3.7
Salem Woods Elementary School
3 miles, SE
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4.1
Sonshine Preschool & Kindergarten
3 miles, SW
Sky Valley Education Center
3 miles, S
•
3.7
Colleges
Evergreen Beauty and Barber College-Everett
11 miles, NW
Paroba College of Cosmetology
12 miles, NW
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1
Everett Community College
12 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Evergreenhealth Monroe
3 miles, SW
•
2.3
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett
12 miles, NW
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2.3
Evergreenhealth Medical Center
16 miles, SW
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5
Bhc Fairfax Hospital
16 miles, SW
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
35 miles, SW
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
66 miles, N
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1.4
Portland International Airport
162 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
176 miles, SE
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1