Black Diamond, 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
4/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- 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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
5,678
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
56.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$144,728
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$776,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,125
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,905
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.
Liberal (54%) (42%) ConservativeClimate
Warm-summer Mediterranean climate. Warm dry summers and cool moist winters with moderate seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8 | 3 | 39 |
| Feb | 5 | 2 | 41 |
| Mar | 6 | 2 | 44 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 9 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 7 | 3 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Schools
Black Diamond Elementary
<1 miles, SE
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Sawyer Woods Elementary School
1 miles, NW
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Kentlake High School
2 miles, NW
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Glacier Park Elementary
3 miles, N
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Colleges
Green River College
7 miles, W
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Gene Juarez Academy
13 miles, NW
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Cortiva Institute-Seattle
14 miles, NW
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Pima Medical Institute-Renton
14 miles, N
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Hospitals
Multicare Covington Medical Center
5 miles, NW
St Elizabeth Hospital
8 miles, S
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Multicare Auburn Medical Center
10 miles, W
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Valley Medical Center
13 miles, NW
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Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
17 miles, NW
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Bellingham International Airport
105 miles, N
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Portland International Airport
122 miles, SW
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Tri-Cities Airport
155 miles, SE
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