Pierce County, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- 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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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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
924,106
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
30.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$96,632
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$484,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$801
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,545
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
4
Washington
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 1 | 40 |
| Feb | 4 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 8 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 6 | 2 | 39 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.
Liberal (52%) (44%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Schools
Orting Special Education
4 miles, N
Orting Middle School
4 miles, N
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2.8
Orting Primary School
4 miles, N
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3.2
Orting High School
4 miles, N
•
4.1
Colleges
Pierce College-Puyallup
9 miles, N
•
1.9
Pacific Lutheran University
15 miles, NW
•
2.8
Green River College
18 miles, N
•
1.9
Clover Park Technical College
18 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
11 miles, N
•
2.3
St Elizabeth Hospital
13 miles, NE
•
4.1
St Clare Hospital
18 miles, NW
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2.3
Multicare Auburn Medical Center
18 miles, N
•
2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
28 miles, N
•
4.1
Portland International Airport
103 miles, SW
•
3.7
Bellingham International Airport
122 miles, N
•
1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
154 miles, SE
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