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Lynnwood, WA


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Lynnwood, Washington

Lynnwood, Washington, in Snohomish county, is 4 miles N of Shoreline, Washington (center to center) and 14 miles N of Seattle, Washington. Part of the surrounding Seattle - Bellevue - Everett metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Lynnwood is home to some 33,847 residents.

The People and Families of Lynnwood

In Lynnwood, about 48% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lynnwood had a median family income of $51,825.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($42,300) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Lynnwood. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Lynnwood Housing

According to the 2000 census, 53% of the housing in Lynnwood was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Lynnwood, 85% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Lynnwood.

High Points

Lynnwood strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Washington):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 3%trophyLynnwood Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 5%trophyLynnwood Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Lynnwood, WA

Comparing Lynnwood to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity710
Well-Paid Single Men78
Well-Paid Single Women79
Children Under 5 Years Old66
Male Share of the Population65
Age of the Population55
Senior Citizens55
Female Share of the Population56

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size55
Portion of People Married43

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better67
People Above Poverty67
Median Family Income58
College Educated Adults58

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use910
Working at Home97
Walking and Biking to Work66
Short Commute Times33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
People Living Alone77
Housing Recently Built66
Affordability of Property Taxes53
Affordability of Rents42
Seasonal and Vacation Housing32

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime75
Low Property Crime12

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