Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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
4,021,467
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
46.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$112,594
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$673,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$945
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,789
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Washington
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 3 | 40 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 8 | 2 | 44 |
| Dec | 7 | 3 | 39 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.
Liberal (61%) (35%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 30%Schools
Mount Si High School
2 miles, NE
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4.6
Two Rivers School
2 miles, E
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3.2
Snoqualmie Elementary
2 miles, NE
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4.6
Snoqualmie Access
3 miles, NE
Colleges
Renton Technical College
16 miles, W
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1.9
Bellevue College
16 miles, NW
•
2.3
Pima Medical Institute-Renton
18 miles, W
•
1.4
University of Phoenix-Washington
19 miles, W
•
2.3
Hospitals
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital
3 miles, NW
Swedish Issaquah
9 miles, NW
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5
Multicare Covington Medical Center
16 miles, W
Valley Medical Center
18 miles, W
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5
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
22 miles, W
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
96 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
136 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
154 miles, SE
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1