Livability Score

83
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities B-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (6) C-
Honey Bear Bakery
Coffee Shop
Swirl
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Wired Chicks Espresso
Coffee Shop
Indian Kitchen
Coffee Shop
Sunshine Espresso
Coffee Shop
Ichi Bento
Coffee Shop
Acapulco Fresh
Coffee Shop
Rooster’s Espresso
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Perfetto Espresso
Coffee Shop
Cafe Aroma
Coffee Shop
Diva Espresso
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Coffee Shack
Coffee Shop
Java Jane
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
192 Brewing Co. espresso stand
Coffee Shop
Jay's Café
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Seatango
Coffee Shop
Black Coffee Northwest
Coffee Shop
Mount&Bao
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (0) F
Cinebarre
Cinema
Crest Cinema
Cinema
Kenmore Lanes
Bowling Alley
Shoreline Historical Museum
Museum
Coyote North
Theatre Arts
Family Fun Center
Theme Park
Phoenix Theatre
Theatre Arts
McMenamins Anderson School Theater
Cinema
Amphitheather
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (8) D-
Vulpine Taproom
Bar
Nékter Juice Bar
Fast Food
Gyro Boss
Fast Food
Dumpling Generation
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
MOD Pizza
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
North City Tavern
Bar
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Savage Moose Sports Pub
Bar
Domino's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Getaway Tavern
Bar
Getaway Spirits
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Kidd Valley
Fast Food
Time Out Burgers
Fast Food
Pagliacci Pizza
Fast Food
Ridgecrest Public House
Bar
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Stoup
Bar
Nasai Teriyaki
Fast Food
Fitness (2) C-
Planet Fitness
Gym
Third Place Commons
Community Centre
Spartan Recreation Center
Community Centre
Kenmore Senior Center
Community Centre
Han's Martial Arts Academy
Gym
Exhale! Pilates Studio
Gym
Fitness 19
Gym
Ballinger Commons Recreation/Pool Building
Community Centre
Cascade Elite Gymnastics
Gym
Crossfit Kenmore
Gym
Paramount Fitness
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Power Body
Gym
Lake City Community Center
Community Centre
Seattle Gymnastics Academy Shiveley Gym
Gym
Goldfish Swim School
Gym
Refugee Artisan Initiative
Community Centre
Richmond Highlands Recreation Center
Community Centre
LA Fitness
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Haller Lake Community Club
Community Centre
CrossFit Industrious
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Bitter Lake Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (2) F
Great Harvest Bread Co.
Bakery
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Village Market Thriftway
Grocery Store
Grand Pere Bakery
Bakery
Chez Grand Pere Bakery
Bakery
Safeway
Grocery Store
Daddy's Donuts
Bakery
QFC
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
Double DD Meats
Butcher
The Butcher Shop Cafe
Butcher
Fred Meyer
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Fred Meyer
Grocery Store
Kaffeeklatsch
Bakery
Safeway
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
Town & Country
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
99 Ranch Market
Grocery Store
Zylberschtein's Delicatessen and Bakery
Bakery
Parks (20) A+
Eagle Scout Park
Park
Animal Acres Park
Park
Whispering Willow Park
Park
Greenbelt Park
Park
Blue Heron Park
Park
Lake Forest Park Civic Club
Park
Lyon Creek Waterfront Preserve
Park
Sheridan Beach Community Club
Park
Former Cedarbrook School Site
Park
Former Aldercrest School Site
Park
Linwood Park
Park
Horizon View Park
Park
Brugger's Bog Park
Park
Log Boom Park
Park
Open Space
Park
Hamlin Park
Park
McAleer Creek Open Space
Park
Terrace Ridge Park
Park
Rotary Park
Park
Northshore Summit Park
Park
Northcrest Park
Park
North City Park
Park
Terrace Creek Overlook Open Space
Park
Forest Crest Playfield
Park
Bobcat Park
Park
Shops (10) C+
Ross
Department Store
Third Place Books
Books
Mud Bay
Pets
Town Center at Lake Forest Park
Mall
Town Center Hardware
Home Improvement
Wild Birds Unlimited
Pets
Amped Adventure
Bicycle
New Creations Family & Hair Care
Hairdresser
The Cut
Hairdresser
Indian Sweets & Spices
Convenience Store
Shane's Foot Comfort Center
Shoes
Happy Nails
Beauty
Vanity Hair Studio
Hairdresser
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Pretty Nails & Wax
Beauty
Gazelle Salon
Hairdresser
Uplake Grocery
Convenience Store
Arctic Mini-Mart
Convenience Store
Chevron
Convenience Store
ampm
Convenience Store
EZ Corner Mart
Convenience Store
Shear Power Salon
Beauty
Maser’s Grooming and Pet Boutique
Pets
Zeka
Hairdresser
Kenmore Jewel Box
Fashion
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 10.8% take public transportation in Lake Forest Park.
Public Transit Stops (42)
Stops & Stations A+
Ballinger Way NE & 37th Ave NE
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & 40th Ave NE
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & 37th Ave NE
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & 40th Ave NE
Bus Stop
35th Ave NE & Ballinger Way NE
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & 35th Ave NE
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & NE 184th St
Bus Stop
35th Ave NE & Ballinger Way NE
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & NE 184th St
Bus Stop
35th Ave NE & NE 189th Pl
Bus Stop
35th Ave NE & NE 190th St
Bus Stop
35th Ave NE & NE 193rd St
Bus Stop
NE 190th St & Ballinger Way NE
Bus Stop
35th Ave NE & NE 192nd Pl
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & NE 175th St
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & NE 175th St
Bus Stop
Bothell Way NE & NE 170th St
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & NE 190th St
Bus Stop
Bothell Way NE & NE 170th St
Bus Stop
Ballinger Way NE & NE 190th St
Bus Stop
35th Ave NE & NE 195th St
Bus Stop
Bothell Way NE & Ballinger Way NE
Bus Stop
35th Ave NE & NE 195th St
Bus Stop
Bothell Way NE & Ballinger Way NE
Bus Stop
Bothell Way NE & NE 165th St
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
10.8% B+
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Lake Forest Park is 176/100 - which is 50% higher than Washington.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime A-

Lake Forest Park crime rates are 2,108 per 100k, which is 44% lower than Washington
Property Crime
2,008 crimes per 100k C-
Violent Crime
99 crimes per 100k A+
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employment A+

The median income in Lake Forest Park is $138,043 - which is 120% higher than Washington.
Med. Household Income
$138,043 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.9% B+
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (6)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Lake Forest Park - Station #57
Fire Station
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Northwest Foot & Ankle
Doctor
Minahan Dental
Dentist
Lake Forest Park Police Department
Police
Station 63
Fire Station
Ideal Dental
Dentist
Ostrom's Drug & Gift
Pharmacy
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Swedish Ballinger Primary Care
Clinic
UW Primary Care and Specialty Clinic
Clinic
Northwest Kidney Center
Clinic
A Northwest Dental
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Evergreen Health Urgent Care
Clinic
Evergreen Health Primary Care
Clinic
Minahan Dental
Dentist
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Northshore Eye Care
Doctor
Northshore Fire District HQ - Station 51
Fire Station
Station 65
Fire Station
Mountlake Terrace Police Department
Police
Mountlake Terrace Fire Station #19
Fire Station
Brier Police Station
Police
The Everett Clinic at Shoreline
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality C-
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housing A+

Lake Forest Park home prices are $676,400 - which is 151% higher than Washington
Home Price
$676,400 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
31% A+
Home Affordability
4.9x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools A+

The Lake Forest Park graduation rate is 94% - which is 9% higher than Washington
School Test Scores
76% B+
High School Grad. Rates
94% A+
Elementary Schools (2) C-
Lake Forest Park Elementary
Brookside Elementary
Cascade K-8 Community School
Home Education Exchange
St Mark Parish School
Briarcrest Elementary
Lake Forest Park Montessori
Ridgecrest Elementary
North City
United Seattle & Bellevue Korean School
Fircrest Residential Habilitation
Handicapped Contractual Services
Kenmore Middle School
Brier Elementary
Lockwood Elementary
Kenmore Elementary
Chelsea House Montessori Preschool/Kdgn
Meridian Park Elementary School
Cedar Park Elementary School
Arrowhead Elementary
Echo Lake Elementary School
Living Wisdom School Of Seattle
Challenge Elementary
Terrace Park Elementary
Creative Montessori School
High Schools (0) F
Home Education Exchange
Shorecrest High School
United Seattle & Bellevue Korean School
Fircrest Residential Habilitation
Handicapped Contractual Services
Shorewood High School
Mountlake Terrace High School
King'S Schools
Shoreline-Monroe High School
Ingraham High School
Bothell High School
Providence Classical Christian School
Inglemoor Hs
Pacific Learning Center Nw
Nathan Hale High School
Northshore Networks
Edmonds Woodway High School
Middle College High School
Education Service Centers
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ratings C

Lake Forest Park has an overall rating of 63% from 6 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes D-
User Surveys (5)
From AreaVibes A+
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Lake Forest Park, WA Area Guide

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Lake Forest Park Area Facts

  • Lake Forest Park has a Livability Score of 83/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Lake Forest Park crime rates are 44% lower than the Washington average
  • Cost of living in Lake Forest Park is 50% higher than the Washington average

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How Lake Forest Park Offers A Good Bedroom Community Experience 2.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) Lake Forest Park, WA is a bedroom community that lies about five miles north of Seattle. Living in Lake Forest Park gives people great access to Seattle while still being far enough away to not be in an urban area. There are plenty of green spaces in this city and I like that the ...Read More re are some great beaches located here.

The two main roads of Lake Forest Park are Hwy 104 and Hwy 522, which can both get pretty congested during the morning and evening commutes.

There are a number great parks in Lake Forest Park. My favorite one is Saint Edward State Park. It features a great play area for younger kids and some nice hiking on its eastern side which descends down to Lake Washington.

The Town Center is the main place to shop in Lake Forest Park. There is a great local bookstore, Third Place Books, some nice bakeries, a really good food court, and a QFC for grocery shopping. Read Less
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      B- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Lake Forest Park? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Eagle Scout Park
      Animal Acres Park
      Whispering Willow Park
      Greenbelt Park
      Blue Heron Park
      Lake Forest Park Civic Club
      Lyon Creek Waterfront Preserve
      Sheridan Beach Community Club

      Entertainment

      Cinebarre
      Crest Cinema
      Kenmore Lanes
      Shoreline Historical Museum
      Coyote North
      Family Fun Center
      Phoenix Theatre
      McMenamins Anderson School Theater

      Food & Drink

      Vulpine Taproom
      Nékter Juice Bar
      Gyro Boss
      Dumpling Generation
      Papa Murphy's
      Subway
      MOD Pizza
      Subway

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Lake Forest Park? Of all people who commute, 10.8% take public transportation in Lake Forest Park.
      Drive to Work
      66%

      10% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      11%

      6% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Lake Forest Park? The cost of living in Lake Forest Park is 176/100 - which is 50% higher than Washington.
      Lake Forest Park
      176

      76% more expensive than average

      Washington
      118

      18% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A- Crime

      What is the crime rate in Lake Forest Park? Lake Forest Park crime rates are 2,108, which are 44% lower than Washington
      Total Crime
      2,108 per 100k people

      9% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 48

      9% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      49%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Lake Forest Park? The median income in Lake Forest Park is $138,043 which is 120% higher than Washington.
      Median household income
      $138,043150% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $58,61597% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      38% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Lake Forest Park a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      Northwest Foot & Ankle

      A+ Housing

      What are Lake Forest Park home prices? Lake Forest Park home prices are $676,400 - which is 151% higher than Washington
      Median home value
      $676,400266% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,74083% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      81%

      27% higher than the US average

      A+ Schools

      Does Lake Forest Park have good schools? The Lake Forest Park graduation rate is 94% - which is 9% higher than Washington
      High school grad. rates
      94%

      14% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      76%

      57% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      18:1

      9% higher than the US average

      C User Ratings

      Is Lake Forest Park a good place to live? Lake Forest Park has an overall rating of 63% from 6 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      63%

      6 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      50%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      93%

      5 total surveys

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