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Sammamish, WA


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Sammamish, Washington

Introduction to Sammamish, Washington

Sammamish, Washington, in King county, is 6 miles E of Bellevue, Washington (center to center) and 12 miles E of Seattle, Washington. The city is included in the Seattle - Bellevue - Everett metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 34,104 people lived in Sammamish.

Sammamish History

Sammamish Plateau existed as an unincorporated part of King County through most of its history. A vote to join neighboring Issaquah was held in 1991 but failed. The following year saw another unsuccessful effort, this time for incorporation. Shortly after, there was a renewed movement for cityhood, driven by the frustration over the development policies of the county government. This effort was approved by voters in 1998, and Sammamish was officially incorporated in August 1999.

Sammamish and nearby Attractions

  • Alexander Beach
  • Lake Sammamish State Park
  • Sahalee Country Club
  • Beaver Lake Preserve
  • Ebright Creek Park
  • Sammamish Commons

Things To Do In Sammamish

There are plenty of opportunities for water recreation at Lake Sammamish and Lake Sammamish State Park. The city is full of greenery with scenic woods and hiking trails. Golf enthusiasts will be delighted with the world class facilities offered at Sahalee Country Club and Plateau Club. The Sammamish Symphony Orchestra has local artists as well as the neighborhood performing five concerts every year.

Sammamish Transportation

It takes a short drive to reach Boeing Field/King County International Airport.

Sammamish Higher Education

Bellevue Community College, City University, Renton Technical College, and Seattle University provide opportunities for higher education.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophySammamish Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophySammamish People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophySammamish Median Family Income
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophySammamish Low Violent Crime
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophySammamish College Educated Adults
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophySammamish Low Property Crime
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 13%Sammamish Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Sammamish, WA

Comparing Sammamish 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 Population108
Children Under 5 Years Old98
Well-Paid Single Men89
Well-Paid Single Women79
Age of the Population66
Racial Diversity47
Female Share of the Population13
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size910

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better1010
People Above Poverty1010
Median Family Income1010
College Educated Adults1010

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home1010
Public Transportation Use67
Walking and Biking to Work35
Short Commute Times22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
Affordability of Property Taxes21
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals12
Affordability of Rents11
People Living Alone11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime1010
Low Property Crime1010

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