North Puyallup, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
1,363
332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
24.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$81,063
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$335,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,050
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,016
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.6%
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 | 6 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 4 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 7 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 6 | 2 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Schools
Walker High School
<1 miles, N
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3.7
Stewart Elementary
<1 miles, W
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3.7
Spinning Elementary
<1 miles, S
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3.7
Kalles Junior High
1 miles, SW
•
4.1
Colleges
Pierce College-Puyallup
3 miles, S
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1.9
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
8 miles, NW
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3.7
Northwest College of Art & Design
8 miles, NW
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1.4
Pacific Lutheran University
8 miles, W
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2.8
Hospitals
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
2 miles, SW
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2.3
St Francis Community Hospital
7 miles, N
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3.2
Multicare Auburn Medical Center
8 miles, NE
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2.3
St Joseph Medical Center
9 miles, NW
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2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
17 miles, N
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
111 miles, N
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1.4
Portland International Airport
112 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
163 miles, SE
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1