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Shoreline, Washington

Introduction to Shoreline, Washington

Shoreline, Washington, in King county, is 10 miles N of Seattle, Washington. The city is considered part of the Seattle - Bellevue - Everett metropolitan area. Shoreline has a population of 53,025.

Shoreline History

Shoreline was established in 1890 when the neighboring area of Richmond Beach was platted. The Great Northern Railroad arrived at Richmond the following year. This spurred development in neighboring areas incluing Shoreline. The name Shoreline was first used in 1944 for a school district. In 1995, Shoreline was officially incorporated as a city in King county.

Shoreline and nearby Attractions

  • Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
  • Shoreline Stadium
  • Hamlin Park
  • Shoreview Park
  • Richmond Beach Saltwater Park
  • Shoreline Historical Museum

Things To Do In Shoreline

Shoreline provides facilities for several different types of activities. The city has tennis courts, an indoor swimming pool, a skateboarding area, and a beach. There are nature trails for walking or cycling. The city has over 381 acres of park land which provide areas for rest and recreation. The city's parks and recreation department regularly organizes entertainment and cultural programs.

Shoreline Transportation

Flights can be availed from Boeing Field/King County International Airport.

Shoreline Higher Education

Higher educational opportunities are offered by Edmonds Community College, Seattle Community College, and Seattle University.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 2%trophyShoreline Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 12%Shoreline Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 13%Shoreline Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 13%Shoreline College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 13%Shoreline Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 16%Shoreline Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 17%Shoreline People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Shoreline, WA

Comparing Shoreline 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
Age of the Population98
Well-Paid Single Women89
Well-Paid Single Men89
Senior Citizens77
Female Share of the Population68
Racial Diversity59
Male Share of the Population53
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults89
Median Family Income79
People in Middle Class or Better79
People Above Poverty79

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Working at Home97
Walking and Biking to Work66
Short Commute Times43

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Living Alone55
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals56
Seasonal and Vacation Housing53
Housing Recently Built43
Affordability of Rents32
Affordability of Property Taxes31

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime65
Low Property Crime56

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