University Place, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car 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
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (38%) Conservative

Climate

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 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

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Schools

Narrows View Intermediate
<1 miles, E · 4.1star
Curtis Senior High
<1 miles, N · 4.1star
Drum Intermediate
<1 miles, SE · 4.6star
Curtis Junior High
<1 miles, N · 4.1star
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Colleges

Tacoma Community College
2 miles, NE · 1.9star
BJ's Beauty & Barber College
3 miles, SE · 1star
Pierce College-Fort Steilacoom
3 miles, SW · 1.9star
Clover Park Technical College
4 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

St Clare Hospital
5 miles, S · 2.3star
St Joseph Medical Center
5 miles, E · 2.3star
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Airports

Bellingham International Airport
109 miles, NE · 1.4star
Portland International Airport
112 miles, SW · 3.7star
Tri-Cities Airport
175 miles, SE · 1star
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