University Place, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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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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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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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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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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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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
34,850
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
43.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$94,952
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$578,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$955
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,476
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.4%
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 | 5 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 8 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 7 | 1 | 39 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.
Liberal (58%) (38%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Schools
Narrows View Intermediate
<1 miles, E
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4.1
Curtis Senior High
<1 miles, N
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4.1
Drum Intermediate
<1 miles, SE
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4.6
Curtis Junior High
<1 miles, N
•
4.1
Colleges
Tacoma Community College
2 miles, NE
•
1.9
BJ's Beauty & Barber College
3 miles, SE
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1
Pierce College-Fort Steilacoom
3 miles, SW
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1.9
Clover Park Technical College
4 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
St Clare Hospital
5 miles, S
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2.3
St Joseph Medical Center
5 miles, E
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2.3
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
5 miles, E
Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital
5 miles, E
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2.3
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
20 miles, NE
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
109 miles, NE
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1.4
Portland International Airport
112 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
175 miles, SE
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1