Employment
The combination of higher than average median home income, income per capita and low unemployment rates results in a score that is well above average in the employment category.
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.
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.
Cost Of Living
Based on the most recent cost of living data, this area is more expensive to live in. You can expect to pay more for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries and utilities.
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| Statistic | Alder | Washington | National |
| Average one way commute | 0min | 27min | 26min |
| Workers who drive to work | 49.1% | 72.3% | 76.4% |
| Workers who carpool | 24.6% | 10.2% | 9.3% |
| Workers who take public transit | 26.3% | 6.2% | 5.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Workers who walk | 0.0% | 3.6% | 2.8% |
| Working from home | 0.0% | 5.6% | 4.6% |
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