Herron Island, 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
10/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
- 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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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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
106
332.4M (US)
Median Age
69.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
42.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$83,641
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$473,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,007
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
19.2%
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 | 8 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 5 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 9 | 0 | 45 |
| Dec | 8 | 1 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.
Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 54%Schools
Evergreen Elementary
3 miles, SE
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3.2
Key Peninsula Middle School
4 miles, E
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3.7
Grapeview Elementary & Middle School
5 miles, NW
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4.1
Vaughn Elementary School
6 miles, NE
•
4.1
Colleges
Pierce College-Fort Steilacoom
14 miles, SE
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1.9
Tacoma Community College
14 miles, SE
•
1.9
Faith International University
15 miles, E
The Evergreen State College
15 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
St Anthony Hospital
12 miles, E
•
5
Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics
14 miles, W
•
3.2
Providence St Peter Hospital
15 miles, SW
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3.2
Capital Medical Center
17 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
27 miles, E
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
106 miles, NE
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
116 miles, S
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
189 miles, SE
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1