Livability Score

86
/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 A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (5) A+
192 Brewing Co. espresso stand
Coffee Shop
Jay's Café
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Diva Espresso
Coffee Shop
Acapulco Fresh
Coffee Shop
Honey Bear Bakery
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Swirl
Coffee Shop
Beehive Espresso
Coffee Shop
Wired Chicks Espresso
Coffee Shop
Kickstart Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks Coffee - QFC
Coffee Shop
Sharetea
Coffee Shop
Social Grounds Coffee and Tea Co
Coffee Shop
Beca's Brew
Coffee Shop
Caffe Ladro
Coffee Shop
Steve's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Zulu's Board Game Cafe
Coffee Shop
The Den Coffee Shop
Coffee Shop
Woods
Coffee Shop
Rooster’s Espresso
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Gourmet Latte
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (1) F
Kenmore Lanes
Bowling Alley
Amphitheather
Theatre Arts
McMenamins Anderson School Theater
Cinema
Coyote North
Theatre Arts
Distefano Winery
Attraction
Crest Cinema
Cinema
Cinebarre
Cinema
Tefft Winery
Attraction
Woodinville Wine Cellars
Attraction
Food and Drink (16) A+
Cairn Brewing
Bar
Nine Yards Brewing
Bar
192 Brewing Co.
Bar
192 Brewing Co. Biergarten
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
Tab's Bar and Grill
Bar
North Shore Pub
Bar
Taco Time
Fast Food
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
Stoup
Bar
Pagliacci Pizza
Fast Food
Kidd Valley
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Savage Moose Sports Pub
Bar
Dumpling Generation
Fast Food
Gyro Boss
Fast Food
Nékter Juice Bar
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
MOD Pizza
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Vulpine Taproom
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Chuck's Asian American Bar & Grill
Bar
Fitness (3) A+
Kenmore Senior Center
Community Centre
Crossfit Kenmore
Gym
Exhale! Pilates Studio
Gym
Third Place Commons
Community Centre
Planet Fitness
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
F45
Gym
The Daily Method
Gym
Club Pilates
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Power Body
Gym
Han's Martial Arts Academy
Gym
Lake City Community Center
Community Centre
Refugee Artisan Initiative
Community Centre
Fitness 19
Gym
Seattle Gymnastics Academy Shiveley Gym
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
24 Hour Fitness - Bothell
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Paramount Fitness
Gym
Columbia Athletic Club
Gym
Be One Yoga
Gym
Cascade Elite Gymnastics
Gym
Spartan Recreation Center
Community Centre
Meadowbrook Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (4) B
Daddy's Donuts
Bakery
Safeway
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
The Butcher Shop Cafe
Butcher
Yakima Fruit Market
Grocery Store
Great Harvest Bread Co.
Bakery
Albertsons
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
Pinkabella Cupcakes
Bakery
Hillcrest Bakery
Bakery
Safeway
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Fred Meyer
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
PCC Natural Market
Grocery Store
Kaffeeklatsch
Bakery
QFC
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
Cash & Carry
Grocery Store
Village Market Thriftway
Grocery Store
Grand Pere Bakery
Bakery
Chez Grand Pere Bakery
Bakery
Parks (32) A+
Rhododendron Park
Park
ƛ' a x̌w a d i s Park
Park
Log Boom Park
Park
Moorlands Park
Park
Wallace Swamp Creek Park
Park
Northshore Summit Park
Park
Twin Springs Park
Park
Lyon Creek Waterfront Preserve
Park
Lake Forest Park Civic Club
Park
Wayne Public Golf Course
Park
Linwood Park
Park
Doug Allen Sportsfields
Park
Saint Edward State Park
Park
Whispering Willow Park
Park
Blue Heron Park
Park
Sheridan Beach Community Club
Park
Tall Trees Park
Park
Meek Playground
Playground
Bothell Landing Park
Park
Blyth Park
Park
Sammamish River Park
Park
Animal Acres Park
Park
Bentley North Playground
Playground
Eagle Scout Park
Park
Horizon View Park
Park
Shops (20) A+
Beauty Hair Salon
Hairdresser
Snapdoodle
Toys
Noble Hair & Nails
Beauty
Super Supplements
Nutrition Supplements
Sport Clips
Hairdresser
Northshore Eye Care
Optician
All The Best Pet Care
Pets
True Light Market
Convenience Store
Town Market
Convenience Store
Zeka
Hairdresser
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Maser’s Grooming and Pet Boutique
Pets
Kenmore Jewel Box
Fashion
Kenmore Camera
Electronics
Bothell Ski & Bike
Bicycle
Uplake Grocery
Convenience Store
Gazelle Salon
Hairdresser
Pretty Nails & Wax
Beauty
Rocky's Place
Convenience Store
Amped Adventure
Bicycle
Town Center Hardware
Home Improvement
Town Center at Lake Forest Park
Mall
Third Place Books
Books
Wild Birds Unlimited
Pets
Mud Bay
Pets
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 11.6% take public transportation in Kenmore.
Public Transit Stops (29)
Stops & Stations A+
68th Ave NE & NE 170th St
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 73rd Ave NE
Bus Stop
68th Ave NE & NE 175th St
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & Kenmore Park & Ride
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 68th Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 68th Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 77th Ct NE
Bus Stop
Kenmore Park & Ride & 73rd Ave NE
Bus Stop
68th Ave NE & NE Bothell Way
Bus Stop
68th Ave NE & NE 181st St
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 77th Ct NE
Bus Stop
Juanita Dr NE & NE 160th St
Bus Stop
Juanita Dr NE & NE 160th St
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 80th Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 80th Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 83rd Pl NE
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 83rd Pl NE
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 61st Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE 155th St & 74th Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE 155th St & 75th Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 61st Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE Bothell Way & 91st Ave NE
Bus Stop
NE 153rd Pl & Juanita Dr NE
Bus Stop
NE 153rd Pl & Juanita Dr NE
Bus Stop
NE 155th St & 81st Ave NE
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
11.6% B+
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Kenmore is 167/100 - which is 41% higher than Washington.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime A+

Kenmore crime rates are 1,342 per 100k, which is 64% lower than Washington
Property Crime
1,281 crimes per 100k B
Violent Crime
61 crimes per 100k A+
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employment A+

The median income in Kenmore is $115,093 - which is 83% higher than Washington.
Med. Household Income
$115,093 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.2% A+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (7)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Northshore Eye Care
Doctor
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Northshore Fire District HQ - Station 51
Fire Station
Evergreen Health Primary Care
Clinic
Minahan Dental
Dentist
Evergreen Health Urgent Care
Clinic
Ostrom's Drug & Gift
Pharmacy
Lake Forest Park Police Department
Police
Minahan Dental
Dentist
Northwest Foot & Ankle
Doctor
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Bartell Drugs
Pharmacy
Lake Forest Park - Station #57
Fire Station
Tao Cosmetics
Clinic
DS Skin and Lips
Clinic
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Richard Chan Orthodontics
Dentist
Lakeshore Clinic
Clinic
Bothell Dental Care
Dentist
Bothell Police
Police
Northshore Healing Rooms
Clinic
Quality Care Physical Therapy
Doctor
Sobczak & Wencel Dentistry
Dentist
Health Point Clinic
Clinic
Gentle Dental
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality C-
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housing A+

Kenmore home prices are $617,000 - which is 129% higher than Washington
Home Price
$617,000 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
31% A+
Home Affordability
5.4x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools A-

The Kenmore graduation rate is 93% - which is 7% higher than Washington
School Test Scores
70% B-
High School Grad. Rates
93% A
Elementary Schools (5) F
Kenmore Elementary
Arrowhead Elementary
Creative Montessori School
Moorlands Elementary
Northlake Montessori & Cc
Westhill Elementary
Kenmore Middle School
C O Sorenson
Lockwood Elementary
Northshore Networks
Brookside Elementary
Thoreau Elementary
Lake Forest Park Elementary
St Brendan'S Catholic Church
Shelton View Elementary
Heritage Christian Academy
Environmental & Adventure School
Finn Hill Middle School
Briarcrest Elementary
Maywood Hills Elementary
Discovery School
Sandburg Elementary
Cedar Park Elementary School
Cedar Park Christian Schools
Countryside Montessori School
High Schools (1) F
Bothell High School
Inglemoor Hs
Northshore Networks
Cedar Park Christian Schools
Shorecrest High School
United Seattle & Bellevue Korean School
Home Education Exchange
Northshore Online School
Northshore Special Services
Fircrest Residential Habilitation
Woodinville Community Center
Dartmoor Schools
Juanita High
Futures School
Providence Classical Christian School
Northwest Liberty School
Secondary Academy For Success
Nathan Hale High School
Mountlake Terrace High School
Handicapped Contractual Services
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ratings C-

Kenmore has an overall rating of 61% from 9 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes D-
User Surveys (8)
From AreaVibes A+
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Kenmore, WA Area Guide

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Kenmore Area Facts

  • Kenmore has a Livability Score of 86/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Kenmore crime rates are 64% lower than the Washington average
  • Cost of living in Kenmore is 41% higher than the Washington average

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How to Have a Great Time in Kenmore, WA 2.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) Kenmore is an exciting city with lots of attractions that appeal to people of various interests.

Saint Edward State Park is appealing if you like spending time outdoors and want to see some of the historic landmarks of the city. Diablo Lake Overlook is another natural attractio ...Read More n, and makes a great place to take a walk by the lake, play a game of catch or have a picnic. Juanita Bay Park is ideal for children, since there's a playground on site. You can also do some shopping at Country Village, where you'll find unique clothing items and a variety of places to grab a meal or snack. You can also visit Third Place Books, where you'll find books from your favorite authors, as well as a few new finds.

Cairn Brewing is one of the best places in Kenmore to have a great meal and quality craft beers. Nine Yards Brewing is another location for delicious beer varieties and a casual meal with friends. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Kenmore? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Rhododendron Park
      ƛ' a x̌w a d i s Park
      Log Boom Park
      Moorlands Park
      Wallace Swamp Creek Park
      Northshore Summit Park
      Twin Springs Park
      Lyon Creek Waterfront Preserve

      Entertainment

      Kenmore Lanes
      Amphitheather
      McMenamins Anderson School Theater
      Coyote North
      Distefano Winery
      Crest Cinema
      Cinebarre
      Tefft Winery

      Food & Drink

      Cairn Brewing
      Nine Yards Brewing
      192 Brewing Co.
      192 Brewing Co. Biergarten
      Subway
      McDonald's
      Domino's
      Tab's Bar and Grill

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Kenmore? Of all people who commute, 11.6% take public transportation in Kenmore.
      Drive to Work
      62%

      14% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      12%

      7% 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 Kenmore? The cost of living in Kenmore is 167/100 - which is 41% higher than Washington.
      Kenmore
      167

      67% more expensive than average

      Washington
      118

      18% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Kenmore? Kenmore crime rates are 1,342, which are 64% lower than Washington
      Total Crime
      1,342 per 100k people

      42% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 75

      42% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      10%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Kenmore? The median income in Kenmore is $115,093 which is 83% higher than Washington.
      Median household income
      $115,093108% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $56,87891% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      52% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Ostrom's Drug & Gift
      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      Northshore Eye Care

      A+ Housing

      What are Kenmore home prices? Kenmore home prices are $617,000 - which is 129% higher than Washington
      Median home value
      $617,000234% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,43051% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      73%

      15% higher than the US average

      A- Schools

      Does Kenmore have good schools? The Kenmore graduation rate is 93% - which is 7% higher than Washington
      High school grad. rates
      93%

      11% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      70%

      45% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      20:1

      25% higher than the US average

      C- User Ratings

      Is Kenmore a good place to live? Kenmore has an overall rating of 61% from 9 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      61%

      9 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      50%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      87%

      8 total surveys

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