Monroe, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
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
19,696 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$107,556 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$594,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$736 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,712 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Snohomish County
3
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

Snohomish County
5
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 5 40
Feb 5 3 42
Mar 5 3 45
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 55
Jun 3 0 60
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 5 0 51
Nov 9 2 44
Dec 7 5 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WA State Legislative District 12, WA State Legislative District 12, WA
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Schools

Frank Wagner Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Leaders In Learning
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Cascadia College
12 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Evergreenhealth Monroe
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Evergreenhealth Medical Center
14 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
32 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Bellingham International Airport
69 miles, N • 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
160 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
174 miles, SE • 1 star
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