Spokane Valley, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
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Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- 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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
105,460
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
24.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,722
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$344,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$571
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,136
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Spokane County
4
Spokane-Spokane Valley 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
Spokane County
8
Spokane-Spokane Valley Metro Area
8
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 11 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 32 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 39 |
| Apr | 1 | 1 | 46 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 2 | 5 | 35 |
| Dec | 2 | 13 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.
Liberal (39%) (56%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Schools
North Pines Middle School
<1 miles, NW
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2.3
Summit School
<1 miles, E
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4.1
Spokane Valley Learning Academy
<1 miles, E
•
3.7
Dishman Hills High School
<1 miles, W
•
2.3
Colleges
Paul Mitchell the School-Spokane
2 miles, SE
Studio Beauty School
2 miles, W
Carrington College-Spokane
2 miles, NW
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1.4
Spokane Community College
6 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Multicare Valley Hospital
<1 miles, N
•
3.2
Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp
8 miles, W
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4.1
Inland Northwest Behavioral Health
8 miles, W
Providence Holy Family Hospital
9 miles, NW
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3.2
Airports
Spokane International Airport
14 miles, W
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1.9
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
90 miles, S
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1
Tri-Cities Airport
131 miles, SW
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1
Missoula International Airport
156 miles, SE
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1.4