South Creek, 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
2/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- 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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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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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
1,885
332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
8.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$81,826
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
61 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$548,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,097
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$715
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6%
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 | 7 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 41 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 44 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 48 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 9 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 7 | 1 | 39 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.
Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 48%Schools
Cougar Mountain Middle School
2 miles, E
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2.8
Rocky Ridge Elementary
2 miles, E
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2.8
Centennial Elementary Bethel
3 miles, NE
•
3.7
Bethel High School
4 miles, NE
•
3.7
Colleges
Pacific Lutheran University
10 miles, N
•
2.8
Pierce College-Puyallup
12 miles, NE
•
1.9
Clover Park Technical College
13 miles, N
•
1.4
Pierce College-Fort Steilacoom
15 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Madigan AMC (FT Lewis)
11 miles, N
St Clare Hospital
12 miles, N
•
2.3
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
13 miles, NE
•
2.3
St Joseph Medical Center
17 miles, N
•
2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
31 miles, NE
•
4.1
Portland International Airport
98 miles, SW
•
3.7
Bellingham International Airport
124 miles, N
•
1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
163 miles, SE
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