Issaquah, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
2/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
8/10
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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- 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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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- 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
39,472
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
69.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$153,786
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$934,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,130
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,415
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
King County
4
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
King County
7
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 | 2 | 41 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 7 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 6 | 2 | 40 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.
Liberal (67%) (29%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 20%Schools
Pacific Learning Academy
<1 miles, SE
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3.2
Issaquah Valley Elementary
<1 miles, S
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4.1
Issaquah Special Services
<1 miles, S
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3.2
Synergy Learning Academy
<1 miles, NW
Colleges
Bellevue College
5 miles, NW
•
2.3
Renton Technical College
7 miles, W
•
1.9
Pima Medical Institute-Renton
9 miles, W
•
1.4
Northwest University
10 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Swedish Issaquah
1 miles, SE
•
5
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital
8 miles, SE
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
8 miles, NW
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4.1
Valley Medical Center
10 miles, W
•
5
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
14 miles, W
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
89 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
138 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
164 miles, SE
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1