Marysville, WA
Marysville · Snohomish County · WA 98270
Updated August 12, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$580K
Median Price
59/100
Walk Score
6.5/10
Schools
60 min
to Seattle, WA
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Marysville offers a decent median income and solid schools, but the cost of housing is high relative to earnings and the area lacks walkability, public transit, and nightlife. The town is quiet and low flood risk, yet daily commutes to Seattle can be long and the amenities are limited.
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The Good
- ✓Reasonable median income of ~$99k
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Good overall school rating of 6.3
- ✓Access to larger city for jobs and services
Real Talk
- !Housing prices (~$466k) are high relative to median income, making affordability a challenge
- !Walkability is essentially zero – almost all errands require a car
- !Public transit options are minimal, with a transit score of only 17
- !Commuting to Seattle can take an hour or more, impacting work-life balance
- $Higher property taxes typical in Washington state
- $Long commutes increase fuel and maintenance costs
- $Limited local services may mean more out-of-town purchases
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Marysville, WA
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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