Fairchild AFB, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,016 332.4M (US)
Median Age
23.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
97.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,825 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
11 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
40.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$370,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$609 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,630 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Spokane County
4
Spokane-Spokane Valley 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

Spokane County
8
Spokane-Spokane Valley Metro Area
8
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 28
Feb 1 5 32
Mar 2 2 40
Apr 1 1 46
May 2 0 53
Jun 1 0 60
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 0 46
Nov 2 5 36
Dec 2 12 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 11%

Schools

Michael Anderson Elementary
1 miles, N 3.2 star
Sunset Elementary
3 miles, E 2.3 star
Medical Lake High School
3 miles, SW 4.1 star
Medical Lake Endeavors
3 miles, SW 3.2 star

Colleges

Eastern Washington University
9 miles, S 2.3 star
Spokane Falls Community College
10 miles, E 1.4 star
Glen Dow Academy of Hair Design
11 miles, E 1 star

Hospitals

Deaconess Medical Center
11 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Spokane International Airport
5 miles, E 1.9 star
Tri-Cities Airport
116 miles, SW 1 star
Missoula International Airport
174 miles, SE 1.4 star