Chain Lake, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car 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
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 7%

Schools

Chain Lake Elementary School
1 miles, S 3.7 star
Salem Woods Elementary School
3 miles, SE 4.1 star
Sky Valley Education Center
3 miles, S 3.7 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Evergreenhealth Monroe
3 miles, SW 2.3 star
Evergreenhealth Medical Center
16 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
35 miles, SW 4.1 star
Bellingham International Airport
66 miles, N 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
162 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
176 miles, SE 1 star