Longview-Kelso Metro Area, 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
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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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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
111,539
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,932
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$367,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$596
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$968
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 7 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 7 | 0 | 45 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 6 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 11 | 0 | 45 |
| Dec | 10 | 1 | 40 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 53%Schools
Toutle Lake Elementary
9 miles, N
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3.7
Toutle Lake High School
9 miles, N
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3.7
Rose Valley Elementary
10 miles, W
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2.8
Loowit High School
11 miles, W
•
3.2
Colleges
Lower Columbia College
13 miles, W
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1.4
Stylemaster College of Hair Design
13 miles, W
•
1
Centralia Beauty College
38 miles, N
Centralia College
38 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Peacehealth St John Medical Center
13 miles, W
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3.2
Arbor Health Morton Hospital
31 miles, NE
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
33 miles, S
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5
Providence Centralia Hospital
38 miles, N
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4.1
Airports
Portland International Airport
42 miles, S
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3.7
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
88 miles, NE
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4.1
Mahlon Sweet Field
146 miles, SW
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1.4
Roberts Field
154 miles, S
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1.4