Mercer Island, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
1/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
10/10
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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 Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to 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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Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.
Residents
Population
25,282
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
78.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$202,359
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$1,884,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,332
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
King County
4
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
King County
7
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 | 2 | 42 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 43 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 47 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 61 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 7 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 6 | 3 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.
Liberal (71%) (24%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 17%Schools
West Mercer Elementary
<1 miles, NE
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4.6
Northwest Yeshiva Hs
<1 miles, SE
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5
Island Park Elementary
<1 miles, S
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5
Mercer Island High School
<1 miles, E
•
5
Colleges
Bellevue College
4 miles, E
•
2.3
Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine
5 miles, W
Seattle University
5 miles, NW
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3.2
Gary Manuel Aveda Institute
5 miles, NW
Hospitals
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
4 miles, NE
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4.1
Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill
5 miles, NW
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5
Harborview Medical Center
5 miles, NW
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2.3
Swedish Medical Center
5 miles, NW
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5
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
9 miles, SW
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
86 miles, N
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1.4
Portland International Airport
138 miles, SW
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3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
172 miles, SE
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1