Vader, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
813 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,598 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$276,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$514 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$898 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lewis County
3
Centralia Urban Area
3
Washington
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lewis County
6
Centralia Urban Area
6
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 12 1 40
Feb 8 1 42
Mar 8 1 45
Apr 6 0 48
May 4 0 54
Jun 3 0 58
Jul 1 0 62
Aug 2 0 63
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 7 0 51
Nov 13 0 44
Dec 11 1 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 6%

Schools

Toledo Elementary School
6 miles, E 3.7 star
Toledo Middle School
6 miles, E 3.7 star
Cowlitz Prairie Academy
6 miles, E 3.2 star
Toledo High School
6 miles, E 3.7 star

Colleges

Lower Columbia College
18 miles, S 1.4 star
Centralia College
22 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Peacehealth St John Medical Center
19 miles, S 3.2 star
Providence Centralia Hospital
21 miles, N 4.1 star
Columbia Memorial Hospital
44 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
59 miles, S 3.7 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
78 miles, NE 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
158 miles, SW 1.4 star
Bellingham International Airport
166 miles, NE 1.4 star