Fort Lewis, 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
9/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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
13,983
332.4M (US)
Median Age
23.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$54,902
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$484,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$801
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,234
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
1.5%
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 | 40 |
| Feb | 5 | 2 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 8 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 7 | 1 | 39 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (50%) (45%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Schools
Hillside Elementary School
<1 miles, N
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2.8
Evergreen Elementary School
1 miles, NE
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3.7
Beachwood Elementary School
2 miles, N
•
4.6
Rainier Elementary School
2 miles, W
•
3.7
Colleges
Pierce College-Fort Steilacoom
5 miles, N
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1.9
Clover Park Technical College
6 miles, NE
•
1.4
Pacific Lutheran University
7 miles, E
•
2.8
BJ's Beauty & Barber College
9 miles, NE
•
1
Hospitals
Madigan AMC (FT Lewis)
1 miles, NE
St Clare Hospital
5 miles, NE
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2.3
St Joseph Medical Center
12 miles, NE
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2.3
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
12 miles, NE
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
27 miles, NE
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4.1
Portland International Airport
104 miles, SW
•
3.7
Bellingham International Airport
117 miles, NE
•
1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
173 miles, SE
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1