Moving to
Seattle.

$2,030/mo median rent

Rent is expensive here, at $2,030 a month median and well above the national average. This is the kind of city where housing costs deserve serious budgeting before committing to a move. Home prices are steep, with a median around $938,600. Renting first to get a feel for the city before buying is often the more practical route.

4.2% unemployment

Unemployment here is 4.2%, close to the national average of 4.3%.

706 violent crimes per 100k

Crime is a real factor here, with violent rates significantly above the national average. That doesn't make the whole city a write-off, but it does mean specific neighborhoods deserve real research before signing a lease.

26 min average commute

Commutes run about average, at 26 minutes. Fine day to day, but it adds up over a year, and where someone lives relative to where they work starts to matter. 4 in 10 workers drive to work; 12% take public transit; 35% work from home.

9 hospitals

There are 9 Medicare-certified hospitals inside city limits. They average 3.8 out of 5 on Medicare's star rating.

68% bachelor's degree or higher

This is a highly educated city, with over half the adult population holding a college degree. That tends to shape the job market and the broader culture, and it's a solid indicator of a strong professional scene.

114 public schools inside the boundary

There are 114 public schools inside the boundary and 73 private schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17:1, close to the national average of 16:1.

The nearest national park or historic site is Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park (2 miles away). There are 7 national parks and sites within a day's drive.