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Sammamish, WA
Sammamish · King County · WA 98075
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$1.3M
Median Price
41/100
Walk Score
8.5/10
Schools
50 min
to Seattle
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
85/100
CQuietness
60/100
D+Commute
55/100
DWalkability
41/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Sammamish offers top‑rated schools and a high median income, but it comes with a steep price tag and heavy reliance on cars. The area is quiet and family‑friendly, yet it lacks robust public transit and can feel expensive for most people.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public schools (average rating 8.5), High median household income (~$234k), Abundant green space and parks, Strong tech‑industry employment base
Real Talk
- !Home prices over $1.2M make entry hard for most buyers, Car is essential; commute to Seattle can take 45–60 minutes, Internet outages are a real issue in the area, High property taxes and HOA fees increase living costs
- $Annual property taxes (~$5k+), HOA fees ranging $300–$600/month, Higher utility and grocery costs due to high income
Best For
FamiliesTech ProfessionalsRemote WorkersHigh Income Earners
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Sammamish, 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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