Swede Heaven, 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
3/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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 Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
1,163
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$111,302
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$448,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$547
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,438
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 5 | 18 | 36 |
| Feb | 4 | 11 | 37 |
| Mar | 3 | 6 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 48 |
| Nov | 6 | 9 | 40 |
| Dec | 5 | 22 | 35 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.
Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 58%Schools
Darrington High School
5 miles, SE
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3.7
Darrington Elementary School
6 miles, SE
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2.8
Concrete High School
18 miles, N
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2.3
Twin Cedars High School
18 miles, N
Colleges
Everett Community College
30 miles, W
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1.4
Skagit Valley College
30 miles, NW
•
1.4
Evergreen Beauty and Barber College-Everett
35 miles, SW
Paroba College of Cosmetology
36 miles, SW
•
1
Hospitals
Cascade Valley Hospital
20 miles, W
•
2.3
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
24 miles, W
Skagit Valley Hospital
30 miles, NW
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2.3
Peacehealth United General Medical Center
30 miles, NW
•
3.2
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
52 miles, NW
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1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
64 miles, SW
•
4.1
Tri-Cities Airport
185 miles, S
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1
Portland International Airport
191 miles, SW
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3.7