Lake Ketchum, 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
3/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- 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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
1,088
332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
23.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$132,716
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$586,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$775
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,097
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Snohomish County
3
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
Snohomish County
5
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 3 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 3 | 0 | 46 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 51 |
| Nov | 6 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 5 | 2 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.
Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Schools
Cedarhome Elementary School
3 miles, S
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4.1
Lincoln Academy
3 miles, S
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3.2
Stanwood Middle School
3 miles, SW
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3.7
Stanwood High School
3 miles, S
•
4.1
Colleges
Skagit Valley College
11 miles, NE
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1.4
Everett Community College
20 miles, S
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1.4
Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building
26 miles, W
Paroba College of Cosmetology
26 miles, S
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1
Hospitals
Skagit Valley Hospital
9 miles, NE
•
2.3
Cascade Valley Hospital
12 miles, SE
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2.3
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
13 miles, S
Peacehealth United General Medical Center
15 miles, NE
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3.2
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
36 miles, N
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1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
58 miles, S
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4.1
Portland International Airport
187 miles, SW
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3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
206 miles, SE
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1