Raft Island, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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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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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
363
332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
63.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$161,389
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$798,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,215
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,783
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.8%
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 | 9 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 6 | 2 | 43 |
| Mar | 6 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 10 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 9 | 1 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.
Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 39%Schools
Voyager Elementary
1 miles, SW
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4.6
Kopachuck Middle School
2 miles, SW
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4.6
Gig Harbor High
3 miles, E
•
4.1
Discovery Elementary School
3 miles, E
•
4.1
Colleges
Faith International University
8 miles, SE
Tacoma Community College
9 miles, SE
•
1.9
University of Puget Sound
10 miles, SE
•
2.8
Bates Technical College
12 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hospitals
St Anthony Hospital
4 miles, NE
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5
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
11 miles, SE
Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital
11 miles, SE
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2.3
St Joseph Medical Center
12 miles, SE
•
2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
19 miles, E
•
4.1
Bellingham International Airport
101 miles, NE
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
120 miles, S
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
183 miles, SE
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1