Des Moines, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
32,545
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$89,787
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$539,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$833
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,581
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6%
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 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 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 | 2 | 38 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.
Liberal (61%) (35%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 29%Schools
Parkside Elementary
<1 miles, SE
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2.8
Gateway
<1 miles, E
Pacific Middle School
<1 miles, NE
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2.8
Mount Rainier High School
<1 miles, NE
•
4.1
Colleges
Highline College
<1 miles, SE
•
1.9
Cortiva Institute-Seattle
5 miles, S
•
1.4
Gene Juarez Academy
5 miles, S
•
1.4
University of Phoenix-Washington
6 miles, NE
•
2.3
Hospitals
Highline Medical Center
5 miles, N
•
2.3
Valley Medical Center
6 miles, E
•
5
St Francis Community Hospital
7 miles, SW
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3.2
Multicare Auburn Medical Center
7 miles, S
•
2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
4 miles, NE
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
98 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
125 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
170 miles, SE
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1