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Monroe, Washington

Introduction to Monroe, Washington

Monroe, Washington, in Snohomish county, is 13 miles SE of Everett, Washington (center to center) and 24 miles NE of Seattle, Washington. The city is included in the Seattle - Bellevue - Everett metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 13,795 people lived in Monroe.

Monroe History

The earliest non-Native Americans settled in this area during the 1860s. The Great Northern Railroad was introduced in this area in the 1880s which lead to the establishment of the city. It was originally named Tye City. The name was later changed to Monroe, in honor of President James Monroe. The City of Monroe was officially incorporated in December 1902.

Monroe and nearby Attractions

  • Monroe Historical Society Museum
  • Wallace Falls State Park
  • Woods Creek
  • Skykomish River Centennial Park
  • Al Borlin Park
  • FastTrax Indoor Raceway

Things To Do In Monroe

The City of Monroe is located in the beautiful surroundings of a river valley. Vast, open forested areas surround the city. There are several parks and public areas in the city which are well maintained. Opportunities for white-water rafting, fishing, swimming, other water sports, camping, skiing, hiking, and climbing are available nearby. The eastern part of Monroe features a panorama of waterfalls, mountain lakes, and streams.

Monroe Transportation

The Boeing Field/King County Airport is the nearest international airport.

Monroe Higher Education

One can apply for higher education at Everett Community College, Lake Washington Technical College, Bellevue Community College, and Edmonds Community College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 12%Monroe Well-Paid Single Men
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Monroe Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Monroe, WA

Comparing Monroe 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
Male Share of the Population1010
Children Under 5 Years Old109
Well-Paid Single Men89
Racial Diversity78
Senior Citizens22
Age of the Population22
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size99
Portion of People Married78

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income78
People in Middle Class or Better68
People Above Poverty68
College Educated Adults56

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work98
Working at Home97
Public Transportation Use76
Short Commute Times21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals75
Seasonal and Vacation Housing44
Affordability of Property Taxes43
People Living Alone33
Affordability of Rents22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime66
Low Property Crime57

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