State Legislative District 48, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
2/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
10/10
- 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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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- 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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Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
157,310
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
72.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$156,826
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$1,196,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,355
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,287
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
38.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 8 | 4 | 41 |
| Feb | 5 | 2 | 42 |
| Mar | 6 | 2 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 9 | 2 | 45 |
| Dec | 8 | 4 | 40 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.
Liberal (71%) (25%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 17%Schools
Cherry Crest Elementary School
<1 miles, W
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5
Living Montessori Academy
1 miles, S
The Little School
1 miles, W
Franklin Elementary
1 miles, N
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4.6
Colleges
Northwest University
2 miles, NW
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1.9
DigiPen Institute of Technology
3 miles, NE
•
4.6
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
4 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
2 miles, SW
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4.1
Evergreenhealth Medical Center
5 miles, N
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5
Bhc Fairfax Hospital
5 miles, N
Seattle Children's Hospital
6 miles, NW
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
15 miles, SW
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
81 miles, N
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1.4
Portland International Airport
144 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
172 miles, SE
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1