Silver Firs, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
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
21,796 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
49.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$153,026 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$791,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$945 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,405 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Snohomish County
3
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

Snohomish County
5
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 5 40
Feb 5 3 42
Mar 5 3 45
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 55
Jun 3 0 60
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 5 0 50
Nov 9 2 44
Dec 7 5 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 6%

Schools

Silver Firs Elementary
<1 miles, N 4.6 star
Totem Falls
<1 miles, E 4.6 star
Forest View Elementary School
<1 miles, SW 4.6 star
Gateway Middle School
<1 miles, SW 4.6 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Evergreenhealth Monroe
7 miles, E 2.3 star
Swedish Edmonds Hospital
10 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
30 miles, SW 4.1 star
Bellingham International Airport
67 miles, N 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
159 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
180 miles, SE 1 star