McKenna, WA
Livability
directions_bike
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
5/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
638
332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$91,733
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
57 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$521,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$616
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,167
$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
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 | 9 | 23 | 38 |
| Feb | 6 | 17 | 39 |
| Mar | 6 | 16 | 42 |
| Apr | 4 | 11 | 46 |
| May | 2 | 4 | 51 |
| Jun | 2 | 1 | 56 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 5 | 4 | 49 |
| Nov | 10 | 21 | 41 |
| Dec | 9 | 23 | 37 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.
Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 58%Schools
McKenna Elementary
<1 miles, N
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3.2
Yelm Prairie Elementary
2 miles, W
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2.8
Fort Stevens Elementary
2 miles, NW
•
3.7
Yelm Extension School
3 miles, NW
•
3.2
Colleges
Saint Martin's University
15 miles, NW
•
2.8
Pacific Lutheran University
15 miles, NE
•
2.8
Pierce College-Fort Steilacoom
16 miles, N
•
1.9
Clover Park Technical College
17 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Madigan AMC (FT Lewis)
12 miles, N
St Clare Hospital
15 miles, NE
•
2.3
Providence St Peter Hospital
16 miles, NW
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3.2
Capital Medical Center
20 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
37 miles, NE
•
4.1
Portland International Airport
93 miles, SW
•
3.7
Bellingham International Airport
128 miles, NE
•
1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
169 miles, SE
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1