Lake Ketchum, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car 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
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 6%

Schools

Cedarhome Elementary School
3 miles, S 4.1 star
Lincoln Academy
3 miles, S 3.2 star
Stanwood Middle School
3 miles, SW 3.7 star
Stanwood High School
3 miles, S 4.1 star

Colleges

Skagit Valley College
11 miles, NE 1.4 star
Everett Community College
20 miles, S 1.4 star
Paroba College of Cosmetology
26 miles, S 1 star

Hospitals

Skagit Valley Hospital
9 miles, NE 2.3 star
Cascade Valley Hospital
12 miles, SE 2.3 star

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
36 miles, N 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
187 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
206 miles, SE 1 star