Carson 61 Average
Carson Livability #406 ranked city in Washington#16,586 ranked city in the USARanks better than 43% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Carson

PROS
  • Crime

    With a lower than average crime rate per 100,000 people, this area could be considered a very safe place to live. Crime rates are based on both violent and property crimes.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Schools

    Lower than average education levels, poor reading and math scores, as well as the inaccessibility of local elementary and high schools could all be factors in the low schools score.

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What's it like Living in Carson?

Carson, Washington is a small city with a population of 2,800 residents. According to the most recent Census, 92% of Carson residents are White, 3% American Indian and Alaskan and 2% Asian. The average American spends about 26 minutes on their one way commute to work each day. Lower travel times can increase overall happiness and allow for more time to be spent with family and friends. While living in Carson, your commute times will be about average, with a one way commute time of 26 minutes.

Without the right tools, relocating to any new town can be very stressful and challenging. Living in Carson, Washington could be a fulfilling experience for anyone who puts in the time to do the research required. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is paramount, ensuring a secure environment for you and your family. Proximity to workplaces or schools reduces commuting time and enhances convenience. Access to amenities like parks, grocery stores and healthcare facilities contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. Reliable public transportation options promote easy mobility. A strong sense of community fosters social connections and a welcoming atmosphere. To help you find the best places to live in and around Carson, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, commute, education, employment and more.

Carson, WA receives 61/100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #414 in Washington and #15,491 in the USA. For each of the livability categories, we see that Carson ranks very well for crime (A) and housing (A-). Carson does not fare well for the following: amenities (F) and education (D). It might be wise to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Carson has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Carson real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Carson. Median real estate prices in Carson come in at $260,900, which is 3.1% lower than the Washington average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Carson, the home price to income ratio is 4.4, which is 2.3% higher than the Washington average.

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      Carson transportation information

      Statistic Carson Washington National
      Average one way commute26min27min26min
      Workers who drive to work80.5%72.3%76.4%
      Workers who carpool9.5%10.2%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%6.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.9%0.9%0.6%
      Workers who walk5.4%3.6%2.8%
      Working from home3.6%5.6%4.6%
      Source: The Carson, WA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).