Elk Plain 61 Average
Elk Plain Livability #403 ranked city in Washington#16,436 ranked city in the USARanks better than 43% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Elk Plain

PROS
  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Ratings

    Locals express favorable opinions about the proximity of everyday local amenities, parks, public transit, neighborly atmosphere, strong sense of community and the general safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Crime

    This area exhibits elevated crime rates per 100,000 residents, which may suggest it's a potentially unsafe place to reside. These rates encompass both property and violent crimes.

  • Schools

    The lower than average schools score may be influenced by below-average education levels, subpar reading and math scores and the lack of access to local elementary and high schools.

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What's it like Living in Elk Plain?

Located in the state of Washington, Elk Plain is a mid-sized city with a population of 15,192 people. According to the most recent Census, 76% of Elk Plain residents are White, 5% Black and 5% Asian. Something to be aware of when living in Elk Plain are the above average commute times. If you're looking for a short commute to work, this might not be the right area for you. With one way commute time of 40 minutes, this comes in much higher than the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Elk Plain could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Washington if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like cost of living, health & safety, employment, you can easily compare the best places to live in Elk Plain and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Elk Plain to Washington and the national average.

Elk Plain, WA receives 63 out of 100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #369 in Washington and #13,480 in the USA. There are nine total categories that generate the livability score. Elk Plain ranks well for employment (B+) and housing (A+) There is at least one category that did not score well in Elk Plain. The following was graded with a concerning score: amenities (F), crime (D) and education (F).

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Elk Plain has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Assuming that Elk Plain meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Elk Plain. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Elk Plain are simply unattainable. Median real estate prices in Elk Plain come in at $276,400, which is 2.6% higher than the Washington average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Elk Plain, the home price to income ratio is 3.6, which is 16.3% lower than the Washington average.

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      Elk Plain transportation information

      Statistic Elk Plain Washington National
      Average one way commute40min27min26min
      Workers who drive to work77.2%72.3%76.4%
      Workers who carpool17.1%10.2%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.1%6.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.9%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%3.6%2.8%
      Working from home5.3%5.6%4.6%
      Source: The Elk Plain, WA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).