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Seattle, WA
Seattle · King County · WA 98109
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
N/A
Median Price
58/100
Walk Score
8/10
Schools
8 min
to Downtown Seattle
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
C-Walkability
58/100
WYLT Score66/100
Our Take
The 98109 area offers a reasonable mix of walkability and transit, with a few parks and a short drive into downtown. It’s not a culinary hotspot and the traffic can be noisy, but it’s affordable compared to many Seattle neighborhoods. If you’re a young professional or remote worker who values proximity to work and public transit over a gourmet food scene, it’s worth considering.
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The Good
- ✓Short commute to downtown Seattle
- ✓Decent public transit with good bus connections
- ✓Access to parks and waterfront
- ✓Rent and home prices lower than many Seattle cores
Real Talk
- !Noise from nearby highways and traffic can be noticeable
- !Crime rates are moderate; keep an eye on pickpocketing in busy areas
- !Limited dining and nightlife options compared to more central neighborhoods
- !High overall cost of living, especially for homeownership
- $Parking fees and permit costs
- $Higher utility bills due to the need for heating in winter
- $Insurance costs can be high due to real estate values
Best For
young professionalsremote workersartistsstudents
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
Seattle, WA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher 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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