Covington, 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
5/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- 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
20,957
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
35.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$126,730
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$590,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$815
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,054
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 8 | 3 | 40 |
| Feb | 5 | 2 | 41 |
| Mar | 5 | 2 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 9 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 7 | 3 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.
Liberal (59%) (37%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 31%Schools
Jenkins Creek Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
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2.3
Kentwood High School
<1 miles, NW
•
4.1
Crestwood Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
•
3.7
Cedar Valley Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
•
2.3
Colleges
Green River College
5 miles, SW
•
1.9
Pima Medical Institute-Renton
9 miles, N
•
1.4
Renton Technical College
9 miles, N
•
1.9
Highline College
9 miles, NW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Multicare Covington Medical Center
<1 miles, S
Multicare Auburn Medical Center
7 miles, W
•
2.3
Valley Medical Center
7 miles, N
•
5
St Francis Community Hospital
11 miles, W
•
3.2
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
11 miles, NW
•
4.1
Bellingham International Airport
101 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
125 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
160 miles, SE
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