Vashon, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
10,424 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$115,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$717,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,051 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,263 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

King County
4
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

King County
7
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 2 41
Feb 4 2 42
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 3 0 49
May 2 0 55
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 7 1 44
Dec 6 2 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 32%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 5%

Schools

Student Link
<1 miles, N 3.2 star
Family Link
<1 miles, N 3.2 star
Vashon Island High School
<1 miles, N 4.6 star
Chautauqua Elementary
1 miles, NE 3.7 star

Colleges

Highline College
7 miles, SE 1.9 star
Cortiva Institute-Seattle
9 miles, SE 1.4 star
Gene Juarez Academy
9 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Highline Medical Center
6 miles, E 2.3 star
St Anthony Hospital
8 miles, W 5 star
Navos
9 miles, NE

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
96 miles, N 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
126 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
176 miles, SE 1 star