Livability Score

73
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities C

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (38) C-
Espresso Bar
Coffee Shop
DeBreaux's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Poverty Bay Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Boba Factory
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Legendary Doughnuts - Federal Way
Coffee Shop
Cafe Noir
Coffee Shop
Gravity Coffee Co.
Coffee Shop
Tolino Coffee
Coffee Shop
Yi Fang Tea
Coffee Shop
85°C
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Barnes & Noble Café Serving Starbucks Coffee
Coffee Shop
Boba Smoothies
Coffee Shop
BobaLust Tea House
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Sharetea
Coffee Shop
Emerald City Smoothie
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Cafe Remix
Coffee Shop
Karibuni Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Mark's Deli & Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (21) F
Lakota Gymnasium
Stadium
Century Federal Way
Cinema
Cafe Arizona
Nightclub
Secoma Lanes
Bowling Alley
Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center
Theatre Arts
Heritage Center of Federal Way
Museum
Clock tower bell
Attraction
Knutzen Family Theatre
Theatre Arts
Bubbleator
Attraction
Riptide
Attraction
Zooma Falls
Attraction
Midway Games
Attraction
Konga Lazy River
Attraction
Konga Slides
Attraction
Lake Stage
Theatre Arts
Wild Waves Theme Park
Water Park
Wild Waves Theme Park
Theme Park
Hook's Lagoon
Water Park
Ampitheatre
Theatre Arts
The MaST Center Aquarium
Aquarium
Dash Point Amphitheatre
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (88) D-
Subway
Fast Food
JP's Tavern
Bar
Scoreboard Pub
Bar
La Michoacana
Sweets
Papa John's
Fast Food
Qdoba
Fast Food
Total Wine
Alcohol
Vince's Sports Bar
Bar
Domino's
Fast Food
The Burger Express
Fast Food
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
Monster Burger
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Sub Zero
Sweets
Panda Express
Fast Food
Church's Fried Chicken
Fast Food
3 de Aquila
Fast Food
Herfy's
Fast Food
Taco Bell / Pizza Hut
Fast Food
Five Guys
Fast Food
Crumbl Cookies
Sweets
Zita Pizza
Fast Food
Fitness (14) F
Got 2 Get Fit Personal Training
Gym
Fit to the Core Training
Gym
Crossfit Federal Way
Gym
#Besthour Kickboxing
Gym
Freedom Fitness
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Curves
Gym
Anytime Fitness
Gym
24 Hour Fitness
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Hot Yoga
Gym
Norpoint Community Center
Community Centre
LA Fitness
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Riverstone Fitness Room
Gym
Groceries (17) F
Safeway
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
WinCo Foods
Grocery Store
SK Meat
Butcher
Amazon Fresh
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Fred Meyer
Grocery Store
H Mart
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Sweet Cakes
Bakery
Campeón Market
Grocery Store
Euro Food & Deli
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Marlene's Market & Deli
Grocery Store
Hong Kong Market
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
Valley Harvest Market
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Parks (155) A+
The Park
Park
Fishers Pond Park
Park
The Commons Community Park
Park
French Lake Park
Park
Celebration Park
Park
Alderbrook Park
Park
Mirror Lake Park
Park
Little Gym
Playground
Federal Way National Little League Complex
Park
Saghalie Park
Park
Southwest 312th Sports Courts
Park
Orchid Lane Open Area
Park
Lake Grove Park
Park
Lakota Park
Park
Penny's Park
Playground
Town Square Park
Park
Cedar Grove Park
Park
Fircrest Park
Park
West Hylebos Wetlands Park
Park
Adelaide Park
Park
Alderdale Park
Park
Danville Station Park
Park
Olympic View Park
Park
Hylebos Blueberry Farm Park
Park
Steel Lake Park
Park
Shops (196) C+
Studio 1
Beauty
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
My Goods Market
Convenience Store
Salon Dozier
Hairdresser
Fusion Decor Boutique
Interior Decoration
Marty's For Hair
Hairdresser
Vision Express
Optician
Heaven Sent
Clothing
Jeffrey's Jewelry Design Studio
Fashion
LKY Treatment Salon
Beauty
Adore Bridal Consignment
Clothing
Safeway Convenience Store
Convenience Store
Furniture World
Furniture
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Infinity Nail Bar
Beauty
Sola Salons
Hairdresser
Sam's Market
Convenience Store
Ross
Department Store
Hair Design
Hairdresser
Big Jer's Barber & Styling
Hairdresser
Blush Nail Spa
Beauty
XO Nail Studio
Beauty
T-Mobile
Electronics
Ernie's Truck Stop
Convenience Store
Happy Cuts
Hairdresser
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 7.5% take public transportation in Federal Way.
Public Transit Stops (214)
Stops & Stations A+
SW 320th St & 3rd Pl SW
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 1st Ave S
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 3rd Pl SW
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 6th Ave SW
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 6th Ave SW
Bus Stop
S 320th St & 4th Ave S
Bus Stop
S 320th St & 5th Ave S
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 10th Pl SW
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 10th Pl SW
Bus Stop
S 320th St & 8th Ave S
Bus Stop
S 320th St & 8th Ave S
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 13th Ave SW
Bus Stop
S 336th St & 9th Ave S
Bus Stop
9th Ave S & S 336th St
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 13th Ave SW
Bus Stop
S 320th St & 11th Pl S
Bus Stop
S 320th St & 11th Pl S
Bus Stop
S 312th St & 6th Pl SW
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 18th Ave SW
Bus Stop
Pacific Hwy S & S 324th St
Bus Stop
SW 320th St & 18th Ave SW
Bus Stop
Pacific Hwy S & S 330th St
Bus Stop
Pacific Hwy S & S 330th St
Bus Stop
S 320th St & Pacific Hwy S
Bus Stop
21st Ave SW & SW 325th Pl
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
7.5% B
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Federal Way is 134/100 - which is 14% higher than Washington.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime F

Federal Way crime rates are 5,802 per 100k, which is 55% higher than Washington
Property Crime
5,252 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
550 crimes per 100k F
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employment A

The median income in Federal Way is $68,672 - which is 9% higher than Washington.
Med. Household Income
$68,672 C+
Unemployment Rate
3.2% B-
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (103)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Physical Therapy
Doctor
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Dentist
Federal Way Medical Center
Clinic
Genesis Spine, Joint and Regenerative Medicine
Clinic
Federal Way Police Department
Police
Virginia Mason Federal Way Medical Center
Clinic
Fire Station 62 / Headquarters
Fire Station
Drake Chiropractic
Doctor
Dan B. Taggart, DDS
Dentist
Key Compounding Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Life Care Centers of America
Doctor
Jex Chiropractic & Massage
Doctor
Center for Diagnostic Imaging
Doctor
Dibble Family Dental
Dentist
Christian Family Wellness
Doctor
Campus Pointe Dental Care - Brian K. Filbert, DDS
Dentist
Sunrise Dental
Dentist
Moore Counseling
Doctor
Healthsound Therapy
Clinic
Naturopathy
Doctor
Dr. Van Dang, DMD - Family Dentistry
Dentist
Garden Terrace Healthcare Center
Clinic
Natural Health Center
Doctor
Dr. Bin Trail, DDS
Dentist
Center for Diagnostic Imaging
Doctor
Air Quality
Median Air Quality C-
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housing A+

Federal Way home prices are $359,000 - which is 33% higher than Washington
Home Price
$359,000 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
28% A+
Home Affordability
5.2x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools C-

The Federal Way graduation rate is 86% - which is 1% lower than Washington
School Test Scores
44% F
High School Grad. Rates
86% C+
Elementary Schools (32) F
Silver Lake Elementary School - Federal Way
Mirror Lake Elementary School
St Luke'S Preschool & Kindergarten
Life Academy Of Puget Sound
Panther Lake Elementary School
Federal Way Public Academy
Lake Grove Elementary School
Lakota Middle School
Saghalie Middle School
Tafa At Saghalie
Sherwood Forest Elementary School
Compass Montessori School
St Vincent De Paul School
Support School
Olympic View Elementary School
Christian Faith School
Enterprise Elementary School
Adelaide Elementary School
Brooklake Christian School
Internet Academy
Sacajawea Middle School
Brigadoon Elementary School
Illahee Middle School
Wildwood Elementary School
Evergreen Christian Private School
High Schools (15) F
Gateway To College
Life Academy Of Puget Sound
Federal Way Public Academy
Tafa At Saghalie
Employment Transition Program
Support School
Federal Way Running Start Home School
Christian Faith School
Decatur High School
Federal Way High School
Career Academy At Truman High School
Internet Academy
Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418)
Todd Beamer High School
Holy Innocents School Of The Northwest
Faith Baptist Christian Academy
Thomas Jefferson High School
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ratings F

Federal Way has an overall rating of 47% from 22 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes F
User Surveys (20)
From AreaVibes D-
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Federal Way Area Facts

  • Federal Way has a Livability Score of 73/100, which is considered excellent
  • Federal Way crime rates are 55% higher than the Washington average
  • Cost of living in Federal Way is 14% higher than the Washington average

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The dregs of society 1 rating By SomeoneinFW ( Apr 22, 2017) Not a good city for families. Terrible schools. High crime, unsavory people, gangsta lifestyle glorified, identity politics reigns, homeless people and welfare recipients flock here. ...Read More Read Less
Federal Way, WA - Small Town Feel, Big City Amenities 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 23, 2010) Federal Way, Washington, is a medium-sized city located between Seattle and Tacoma. I have worked in Federal Way for several years and have enjoyed exploring the areas in and around the city. Federal Way has the amenities of a big city: shopping, a comprehensive hospital and medi ...Read More cal center, and major industries, including the Weyerhaeuser corporate headquarters. At the same time, there is a small town feel; I have found the residents to be very friendly and welcoming. Outdoor enthusiasts will find a plethora of opportunities for recreation in every season. Dash Point State Park, a waterfront park on Puget Sound, offers picnic and camping areas, beachcombing, boating, and hiking. Mount Rainier, less than an hour away by car, offers downhill and cross-country skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer.

Hardcore urbanites will likely be less than thrilled with the nightlife available in Federal Way. However, there are several attractive options for entertainment. The White River Amphitheater, 15 miles east of Federal Way, hosts national musical acts most weekends throughout the summer, and of course Seattle, which offers a something for everyone, is only a short drive or bus ride away. Read Less
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      C Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Federal Way? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      The Park
      Fishers Pond Park
      The Commons Community Park
      French Lake Park
      Celebration Park
      Alderbrook Park
      Mirror Lake Park
      Little Gym

      Entertainment

      Lakota Gymnasium
      Century Federal Way
      Cafe Arizona
      Secoma Lanes
      Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center
      Heritage Center of Federal Way
      Clock tower bell
      Knutzen Family Theatre

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      JP's Tavern
      Scoreboard Pub
      La Michoacana
      Papa John's
      Qdoba
      Total Wine
      Vince's Sports Bar

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Federal Way? Of all people who commute, 7.5% take public transportation in Federal Way.
      Drive to Work
      71%

      6% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      8%

      2% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Federal Way? The cost of living in Federal Way is 134/100 - which is 14% higher than Washington.
      Federal Way
      134

      34% more expensive than average

      Washington
      118

      18% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Federal Way? Federal Way crime rates are 5,802, which are 55% higher than Washington
      Total Crime
      5,802 per 100k people

      150% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 18

      150% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      8%

      Year over year crime is up

      A Employment

      What is the median income in Federal Way? The median income in Federal Way is $68,672 which is 9% higher than Washington.
      Median household income
      $68,67224% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $32,78810% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      31% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Federal Way a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      St. Francis Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Key Compounding Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      High Land Pharmacy
      Onuri Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Family Vision Care
      Chiropractor
      Center for Diagnostic Imaging
      Center for Diagnostic Imaging
      Connections Counseling Services NW
      Moore Counseling
      Christian Family Wellness
      Natural Health Center

      A+ Housing

      What are Federal Way home prices? Federal Way home prices are $359,000 - which is 33% higher than Washington
      Median home value
      $359,00094% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,41149% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      54%

      15% lower than the US average

      C- Schools

      Does Federal Way have good schools? The Federal Way graduation rate is 86% - which is 1% lower than Washington
      High school grad. rates
      86%

      3% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      44%

      8% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      19:1

      18% higher than the US average

      F User Ratings

      Is Federal Way a good place to live? Federal Way has an overall rating of 47% from 22 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      47%

      22 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      45%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      50%

      20 total surveys

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