Sammamish, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
1/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
9/10
- 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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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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.
Residents
Population
66,375
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
77.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$227,273
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$1,240,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,365
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,531
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
King County
4
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
King County
7
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 3 | 41 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 43 |
| Mar | 5 | 2 | 46 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 61 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 7 | 2 | 45 |
| Dec | 7 | 3 | 40 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.
Liberal (67%) (29%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 19%Schools
Arbor Schools
<1 miles, NE
Discovery Elementary
<1 miles, S
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5
Skyline High School
<1 miles, NE
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4.6
Pine Lake Middle School
1 miles, S
•
4.6
Colleges
Bellevue College
5 miles, W
•
2.3
DigiPen Institute of Technology
8 miles, N
•
4.6
Northwest University
8 miles, NW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Swedish Issaquah
4 miles, S
•
5
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
7 miles, NW
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4.1
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital
9 miles, SE
Evergreenhealth Medical Center
11 miles, N
•
5
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
16 miles, W
•
4.1
Bellingham International Airport
86 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
141 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
166 miles, SE
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1