Kent, 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
5/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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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
135,015
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
29.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$90,416
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$537,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$898
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,679
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 8 | 2 | 40 |
| Feb | 5 | 2 | 41 |
| Mar | 5 | 2 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 9 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 7 | 2 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.
Liberal (63%) (33%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 27%Schools
Montessori Plus School
<1 miles, E
East Hill Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
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1.9
Mill Creek Middle School
<1 miles, W
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1.4
Park Orchard Elementary School
1 miles, E
•
1.4
Colleges
Highline College
4 miles, NW
•
1.9
Green River College
5 miles, S
•
1.9
Pima Medical Institute-Renton
6 miles, NE
•
1.4
University of Phoenix-Washington
6 miles, N
•
2.3
Hospitals
Valley Medical Center
4 miles, N
•
5
Multicare Covington Medical Center
6 miles, SE
Multicare Auburn Medical Center
6 miles, SW
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2.3
Highline Medical Center
8 miles, NW
•
2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
6 miles, NW
•
4.1
Bellingham International Airport
98 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
126 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
166 miles, SE
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1