Lake Tapps, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
2/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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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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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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
12,360
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
41.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$145,250
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$693,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$960
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,808
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 6 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 4 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 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 a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.
Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 50%Schools
North Tapps Middle School
1 miles, NE
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4.1
Lake Tapps Montessori
1 miles, W
Lake Tapps Elementary
2 miles, NW
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4.6
Dieringer Heights Elementary
2 miles, SE
•
4.6
Colleges
Green River College
6 miles, N
•
1.9
Pierce College-Puyallup
7 miles, SW
•
1.9
Gene Juarez Academy
9 miles, NW
•
1.4
Cortiva Institute-Seattle
9 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Multicare Auburn Medical Center
6 miles, N
•
2.3
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
7 miles, W
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2.3
St Francis Community Hospital
8 miles, NW
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3.2
St Elizabeth Hospital
9 miles, SE
•
4.1
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
16 miles, N
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
109 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
115 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
159 miles, SE
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