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Kirkland, WA
Kirkland · King County · WA 98033
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.2M
Median Price
31/100
Walk Score
8.1/10
Schools
45 min
to Seattle, WA
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
81/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
31/100
WYLT Score58/100
Our Take
Kirkland offers strong schools, waterfront parks and a short commute to Seattle, but the cost of living is very high and the area is largely car-dependent. It’s a solid choice if you can afford it, otherwise you’ll feel the pinch.
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The Good
- ✓Top-rated public schools
- ✓Waterfront parks and scenic views
- ✓Convenient 45‑minute drive to Seattle
- ✓Robust tech job market
Real Talk
- !Very expensive housing and rent
- !Heavy reliance on cars with limited transit
- !Traffic congestion on I‑90 during peak hours
- !Limited nightlife options beyond the downtown area
- $High property taxes
- $HOA fees in many condominiums
- $Elevated insurance costs for waterfront properties
Best For
Tech professionalsFamilies with childrenOutdoor enthusiastsWaterfront lovers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Kirkland, WA
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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