Fircrest, WA
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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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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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- 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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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
7,082
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
49.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$107,781
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$554,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$877
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,249
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pierce County
5
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
Pierce County
7
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 5 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 8 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 7 | 2 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.
Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Schools
Whittier
<1 miles, S
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3.2
Wainwright
<1 miles, N
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2.8
Montessori in Motion
1 miles, NW
Evergreen Primary
1 miles, W
•
4.6
Colleges
Tacoma Community College
1 miles, N
•
1.9
Summit Salon Academy
2 miles, SE
BJ's Beauty & Barber College
2 miles, S
•
1
University of Puget Sound
3 miles, NE
•
2.8
Hospitals
St Joseph Medical Center
3 miles, E
•
2.3
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
4 miles, E
Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital
4 miles, E
•
2.3
St Clare Hospital
5 miles, S
•
2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
18 miles, NE
•
4.1
Bellingham International Airport
108 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
114 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
174 miles, SE
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1