Livability Score

81
/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 D

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (6) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Rusty Pelican Cafe Mill Creek
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Skinny D's Yogurt
Coffee Shop
Buffalo Espresso
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Gourmet Latte
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Hot Shots Ice Cream & Espresso
Coffee Shop
Top Pot Doughnuts
Coffee Shop
Katya's Bakery
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Pochi Lifestyle Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Bims Laundry Café
Coffee Shop
Diedrich Espresso
Coffee Shop
Pink Hoties Espresso
Coffee Shop
Calling the Shots
Coffee Shop
Steamers Espresso
Coffee Shop
Mustache Milk Tea
Coffee Shop
Dutch Bros. Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Espresso Cafe
Coffee Shop
Michael's Espresso
Coffee Shop
BigFoot Java
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (1) F
AR Workshop Mill Creek
Attraction
Willis Tucker Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Regal Everett Stadium 16 & RPX
Cinema
Northwest Music Hall
Theatre Arts
Glacier Lanes
Bowling Alley
Food and Drink (16) D-
Frost
Fast Food
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Sweets
Cold Stone Creamery
Sweets
Baskin-Robbins
Sweets
Papa John's
Fast Food
McMenamin's
Bar
Joy Teriyaki
Fast Food
Port of Subs
Fast Food
MOD Pizza
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Qdoba
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Jersey Mike's Subs
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
Twisted Lime Pub
Bar
McDonald's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Shawn O'Donnell's American Grill and Irish Pub
Bar
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Taco Time
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
A&W
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
O Donuts
Fast Food
Fitness (4) F
LA Fitness
Gym
9Round
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Inner Athlete
Gym
Columbia Athletic Club
Gym
The Armory LLC
Gym
425 Fitness
Gym
MÜV Fitness
Gym
Avalon Alderwood Gym
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Fitness Movement
Gym
Emerald City Athletic Club
Gym
Johnson Fitness & Wellness
Gym
NW Power Athletics
Gym
Jekel Strength Club
Gym
Elementary Gymnasium
Gym
Groceries (5) F
Town & Country Market
Grocery Store
Sprouts Farmers Market
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Fred Meyer
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Franz Bakery Outlet
Bakery
Safeway
Grocery Store
India supermarket
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
WinCo Foods
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Star Fruits and Vegetables
Grocery Store
Fred Meyer
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Pacific Market
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Mayuri foods
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Apna Bazar
Grocery Store
International Market
Grocery Store
Jenny Cookies
Bakery
Parks (37) A+
Hillside Park
Park
Heron Park
Park
Heron Park playground
Playground
Library Park
Park
Mill Creek Sports Park
Park
Playground Structure
Playground
Silver Crest Park
Park
Cougar Park
Park
Pine Meadow Park
Park
Highlands Park
Park
Exploration Park
Park
Heartwood Apartments Playground
Playground
Nickel Creek Park
Park
Covered Play Place
Playground
McCollum Pioneer Park
Park
Shaunessy Park
Park
Martha Lake Airport Park
Park
Muirfield Community Park
Park
Hauge Homestead Park playground
Playground
Cedar Grove Community Park
Park
Hauge Homestead Park
Park
Buffalo Park
Park
Mill Creek Meadows Playground
Playground
Green Lantern Park Trail
Park
Rhody Ridge
Park
Shops (17) D-
University Bookstore
Books
Vivi Salon & Spa
Hairdresser
Lowe's
Home Improvement
Sola Salon Studios
Hairdresser
Pet Pros
Pets
MC Cuts
Hairdresser
TD Nails
Beauty
Lomi Lomi Spa
Beauty
ampm
Convenience Store
Top Cut
Hairdresser
Bicycle Centres
Bicycle
T-Mobile
Electronics
Mud Bay
Pets
76
Convenience Store
Nails and Spa
Beauty
GNC
Nutrition Supplements
DJ Market
Convenience Store
Jacksons
Convenience Store
Amazon Go
Convenience Store
Texaco
Convenience Store
76
Convenience Store
Food Mart
Convenience Store
My Goods Market
Convenience Store
Hair Studio 164
Hairdresser
Chevron
Convenience Store
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 5.9% take public transportation in Mill Creek.
Public Transit Stops (73)
Stops & Stations A+
Village Green Dr & 21st Dr SE
Bus Stop
Village Green Dr & 20th Dr SE
Bus Stop
Village Green Dr & Willow Ln SE
Bus Stop
Village Green Dr & Trillium Blvd SE
Bus Stop
Trillium Blvd SE & 144th Pl SE
Bus Stop
Trillium Blvd SE & 142nd Pl SE
Bus Stop
Trillium Blvd SE & 142nd Pl SE
Bus Stop
Village Green Dr & 26th Dr SE
Bus Stop
Village Green Dr & 27th Dr SE
Bus Stop
Trillium Blvd SE & 14th Dr SE
Bus Stop
Trillium Blvd SE & 14th Dr SE
Bus Stop
Village Green Dr & 28th Dr SE
Bus Stop
Village Green Dr & 28th Dr SE
Bus Stop
Hwy 527 & 144th St SE
Bus Stop
Hwy 527 & 153rd St SE
Bus Stop
153RD ST SE NB Station
Bus Stop
Trillium Blvd SE & Hwy 527
Bus Stop
153RD ST SE SB Station
Bus Stop
Hwy 527 & 153rd St SE
Bus Stop
Hwy 527 & North Creek Dr
Bus Stop
Trillium BLVD SB Station
Bus Stop
Trillium BLVD NB Station
Bus Stop
Hwy 527 & Trillium Blvd SE
Bus Stop
148th St SE & 30th Ave SE
Bus Stop
148th St SE & 30th Ave SE
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
5.9% B
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Mill Creek is 164/100 - which is 39% higher than Washington.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime B-

Mill Creek crime rates are 2,691 per 100k, which is 28% lower than Washington
Property Crime
2,519 crimes per 100k D-
Violent Crime
172 crimes per 100k A
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employment A+

The median income in Mill Creek is $104,951 - which is 67% higher than Washington.
Med. Household Income
$104,951 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.4% A+
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (12)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Mill Creek Fire Station 76
Fire Station
Snohomish County Fire & Rescue Station 76
Fire Station
Pacific Northwest Smiles
Dentist
Mill Creek General Dentistry
Dentist
Thomas Lake Dental
Dentist
The Mill Creek Clinic
Clinic
Mill Creek Police Department
Police
Snohomish County Sheriff SOUTH PRECINCT
Police
Cornerstone Chiropratic
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
The Mill Creek Dentist
Dentist
Providence Medical Building
Clinic
Indigo Urgent Care
Clinic
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Northwest Weight Loss Surgery
Clinic
North Creek Dental Care
Dentist
Everett Clinic - Silver Lake
Clinic
Swedish Medical Center - Mill Creek
Hospital
Snohomish County Fire District 1 Training Center
Fire Station
Mariner Fire Station 11
Fire Station
Bartell Drugs
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Adult Family Home
Hospital
Martha lake adult family home
Hospital
Air Quality
Median Air Quality C-
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housing A

Mill Creek home prices are $584,400 - which is 117% higher than Washington
Home Price
$584,400 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
30% A+
Home Affordability
5.6x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools A+

The Mill Creek graduation rate is 95% - which is 10% higher than Washington
School Test Scores
77% A-
High School Grad. Rates
95% A+
Elementary Schools (2) F
Heatherwood Middle School
Mill Creek Elementary
Cedar Park Christian School - Everett Campus
Silver Lake Elementary - Everett
Woodside Elementary
Small World Montessori
Cedar Wood Elementary
Penny Creek Elementary
Light Of Faith Christian Academy
Lake Stickney Elementary School
Discovery Elementary
Forest View Elementary School
Voyager Middle School
Oak Heights Elementary
Odyssey Elementary
Seattle Hill Elementary
Tambark Creek Elementary School
Monroe Elementary
Gateway Middle School
Silver Firs Elementary
Martha Lake Elementary
A World Discovery Montessori School
Greater Trinity Academy
Olivia Park Elementary
Eisenhower Middle School
High Schools (1) F
Henry M. Jackson High School
Archbishop Murphy High School
Light Of Faith Christian Academy
Mariner High School
North Creek High School
Valley View Christian School
Glacier Peak High School
Aces High School
Lynnwood High School
Mukilteo Reengagement Academy Open Doors
Special Services
Special Services
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ratings A

Mill Creek has an overall rating of 81% from 10 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes A
User Surveys (8)
From AreaVibes A+
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  • Mill Creek has a Livability Score of 81/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Mill Creek crime rates are 28% lower than the Washington average
  • Cost of living in Mill Creek is 39% higher than the Washington average

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Nice place, still expensive. 4 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 26, 2023) A nice little community northeast of Seattle. It is still quite expensive, but a bit away from the bustling traffic. There is a lot to do and see here. ...Read More Read Less
Mill Creek, Washington Combines City Life with Community Living 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) Nestled between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound, Mill Creek, Washington is a picturesque suburb of Seattle. I love living in Mill Creek, Washington because of the proximity it has to the bustling city of Seattle, partnered with the quiet suburban community it offers to its ...Read More residents. The area offers a plethora of job opportunities including positions in the burgeoning technology industry of Seattle as well as aviation giant Boeing, which is located in nearby Everett.

The centerpiece of Mill Creek is the multi-use Mill Creek Town Center, featuring a variety of shops, restaurants, and services. I especially love visiting the complex in warmer months with its plentiful outdoor dining seating and community events. The Mill Creek Sports Center is also one of the best areas in the city, boasting a myriad of recreational opportunities for people of all ages. With its temperate climate and proliferation of numerous running and biking trails, Mill Creek is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Read Less
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      D Amenities

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

      Parks

      Hillside Park
      Heron Park
      Heron Park playground
      Library Park
      Mill Creek Sports Park
      Playground Structure
      Silver Crest Park
      Cougar Park

      Entertainment

      AR Workshop Mill Creek
      Willis Tucker Amphitheater
      Regal Everett Stadium 16 & RPX
      Northwest Music Hall
      Glacier Lanes

      Food & Drink

      Frost
      Nothing Bundt Cakes
      Cold Stone Creamery
      Baskin-Robbins
      Papa John's
      McMenamin's
      Joy Teriyaki
      Port of Subs

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Mill Creek? Of all people who commute, 5.9% take public transportation in Mill Creek.
      Drive to Work
      66%

      10% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      6%

      1% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      2% lower than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Mill Creek? The cost of living in Mill Creek is 164/100 - which is 39% higher than Washington.
      Mill Creek
      164

      64% more expensive than average

      Washington
      118

      18% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      B- Crime

      What is the crime rate in Mill Creek? Mill Creek crime rates are 2,691, which are 28% lower than Washington
      Total Crime
      2,691 per 100k people

      16% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 38

      16% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      25%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Mill Creek? The median income in Mill Creek is $104,951 which is 67% higher than Washington.
      Median household income
      $104,95190% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $53,10978% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      48% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid
      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      A Housing

      What are Mill Creek home prices? Mill Creek home prices are $584,400 - which is 117% higher than Washington
      Median home value
      $584,400216% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,81391% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      56%

      12% lower than the US average

      A+ Schools

      Does Mill Creek have good schools? The Mill Creek graduation rate is 95% - which is 10% higher than Washington
      High school grad. rates
      95%

      15% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      77%

      60% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      21:1

      28% higher than the US average

      A User Ratings

      Is Mill Creek a good place to live? Mill Creek has an overall rating of 81% from 10 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      81%

      10 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      80%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      83%

      8 total surveys

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