Longbranch, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,715 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,109 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
50 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$382,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,241 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 8 1 41
Feb 5 1 42
Mar 5 0 46
Apr 4 0 50
May 3 0 56
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 5 0 52
Nov 8 0 44
Dec 7 1 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

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 48% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 6%

Schools

Evergreen Elementary
1 miles, N 3.2 star
Anderson Island Elementary
5 miles, S 3.2 star
Key Peninsula Middle School
6 miles, NE 3.7 star
Kopachuck Middle School
7 miles, NE 4.6 star

Colleges

Pierce College-Fort Steilacoom
10 miles, SE 1.9 star
Tacoma Community College
12 miles, E 1.9 star
Saint Martin's University
13 miles, SW 2.8 star

Hospitals

St Anthony Hospital
12 miles, NE 5 star
Providence St Peter Hospital
12 miles, SW 3.2 star
St Clare Hospital
13 miles, SE 2.3 star

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
109 miles, NE 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
113 miles, S 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
185 miles, SE 1 star