Packwood, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
118 332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,838 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
3 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$277,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$528 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$519 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lewis County
3
Centralia Urban Area
3
Washington
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lewis County
6
Centralia Urban Area
6
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 9 13 34
Feb 6 8 38
Mar 5 20 43
Apr 4 13 48
May 3 0 55
Jun 2 0 61
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 5 3 49
Nov 10 5 39
Dec 8 13 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Schools

White Pass Jr Sr High School
13 miles, W 3.2 star
White Pass Elementary School
13 miles, W 3.2 star
Columbia Crest A-STEM Academy
23 miles, NW 2.8 star
Morton Junior-Senior High
29 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Pierce College-Puyallup
47 miles, N 1.9 star
Pacific Lutheran University
52 miles, N 2.8 star
Perry Technical Institute
54 miles, SE 3.2 star

Hospitals

St Elizabeth Hospital
44 miles, N 4.1 star
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
49 miles, N 2.3 star
Virginia Mason Memorial
53 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
83 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
124 miles, SE 1 star
Bellingham International Airport
156 miles, N 1.4 star