Fords Prairie, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
1,762
332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$55,556
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$297,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$608
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,029
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lewis County
3
Centralia Urban Area
3
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Lewis County
6
Centralia Urban Area
6
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10 | 25 | 38 |
| Feb | 7 | 19 | 39 |
| Mar | 7 | 19 | 42 |
| Apr | 5 | 13 | 45 |
| May | 3 | 5 | 51 |
| Jun | 3 | 1 | 55 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Oct | 6 | 4 | 48 |
| Nov | 11 | 25 | 41 |
| Dec | 10 | 26 | 36 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 62%Schools
Fords Prairie Elementary
1 miles, S
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2.8
Centralia High School
2 miles, S
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3.2
Centralia Middle School
2 miles, S
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2.8
Early Learning Center
2 miles, S
Colleges
Centralia College
3 miles, S
•
1.4
Centralia Beauty College
3 miles, S
South Puget Sound Community College
19 miles, NE
•
1.4
Fosbre Academy of Hair Design
21 miles, NE
Hospitals
Providence Centralia Hospital
3 miles, S
•
4.1
Capital Medical Center
20 miles, NE
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4.1
Providence St Peter Hospital
22 miles, NE
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3.2
Summit Pacific Medical Center-Swing Bed Unit
26 miles, NW
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3.2
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
58 miles, NE
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4.1
Portland International Airport
82 miles, S
•
3.7
Bellingham International Airport
143 miles, NE
•
1.4
Mahlon Sweet Field
182 miles, SW
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1.4