Livability Score

75
/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 C

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (0) F
LadyBug Bikini
Coffee Shop
BlueSteele Coffee
Coffee Shop
Heart & Soul Espresso
Coffee Shop
BigFoot Java
Coffee Shop
Cafe Elite
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Try Better Coffee
Coffee Shop
BigFoot Java
Coffee Shop
The Brew Coffee Co
Coffee Shop
Marvel Bay Cafe
Coffee Shop
Big Foot Java
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Hot Shots
Coffee Shop
Kolby’s Donut House
Coffee Shop
Buzz Central
Coffee Shop
Orignal House of Donuts
Coffee Shop
Unknown Name
Coffee Shop
Cutters Point Coffee Roasters
Coffee Shop
Unknown Name
Coffee Shop
Unknown Name
Coffee Shop
Unknown Name
Coffee Shop
Unknown Name
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (4) A+
C-124C Globemaster II
Attraction
McChord Theater
Cinema
C-141B StarLifter
Attraction
Sounders Lanes & Family Fun Center
Bowling Alley
McChord Air Museum Heritage Hill Airpark
Museum
B-23 Dragon
Attraction
C-82A Packet
Attraction
Unknown Name
Attraction
CF-101F VooDoo
Attraction
F-102A Delta Dagger
Attraction
Unknown Name
Attraction
Unknown Name
Attraction
Unknown Name
Attraction
F-86D Sabre
Attraction
TC-47D Skytrain
Attraction
Canadian Vickers SA-10A Catalina
Attraction
A-10 Thunderbolt II
Attraction
F-15A Eagle
Attraction
McChord Air Museum
Museum
Grand Prix Raceway
Attraction
Parkland Putters Miniature Golf
Attraction
Unknown Name
Theatre Arts
AMC Loews Lakewood Town Center 12
Cinema
Lakewood Playhouse
Theatre Arts
Lakewood History Museum
Museum
Food and Drink (3) F
Papa John's
Fast Food
K&C Burkie
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Unknown Name
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Pizza Pizza
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
A&W
Fast Food
Church's Chicken
Fast Food
Queen Bee
Bar
Unknown Name
Sweets
Rollies Tavern
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Taco Time
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Ivar's Seafood Bar
Fast Food
DQ Grill & Chill
Fast Food
Indy Sandwich Co.
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
Jersey Mike's Subs
Fast Food
Panera Bread
Fast Food
Emerald City Smoothie
Fast Food
Fitness (2) A+
McChord Fitness Center Annex
Gym
McChord Fitness Center
Gym
St. Clair Fitness Center
Gym
Memorial Gymasium / Names Fitness Center
Gym
Crunch Fitness
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Lakewood Community Center
Community Centre
The Able Body
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
24 Hour Fitness
Gym
Groceries (1) F
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
AA Meats
Butcher
Tienda Y Carniceria Los Guerreros
Grocery Store
Paradisio Filipino Food
Grocery Store
Saars
Grocery Store
Marvel Food and Deli
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Albertsons
Grocery Store
QFC
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
H Mart
Grocery Store
Panadería La Plasita
Bakery
Parks (36) B
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Memorial Field
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Springbrook Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Gonyea Play Field
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Ponders Park
Park
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Carter Lake Park
Park
Bresemann Forest
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
The Crossings Playground
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Shops (2) F
Youngs Barbershop
Hairdresser
macs deli mart
Convenience Store
Master Barber Shop
Hairdresser
McChord Mart
Convenience Store
Circle K
Convenience Store
Nisqually Markets Lakewood
Convenience Store
Ponders Grocery
Convenience Store
Sky Linez
Hairdresser
Aqua Paradise
Pets
Unique Hair Salon
Hairdresser
Angels Fashion
Clothing
Asian Market
Convenience Store
Rainier Lighting Supply
Home Improvement
5 Sisters Barber
Hairdresser
Gift Shop
Gift Shop
Food Mart
Convenience Store
New Hi-Tek Nails
Beauty
All About Miracles Hair Salon
Hairdresser
Pro-Link Supply
Home Improvement
El Mercado Latino
Convenience Store
Pinnacle Lumber
Home Improvement
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
ExtraMile
Convenience Store
Classy & Sassy Braids (& Beyond)
Hairdresser
ampm
Convenience Store
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commute C

Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in Fort Lewis.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations D-
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Pacific Hwy and Bridgeport [nb]
Bus Stop
Lakewood Station Bay 5
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Lakewood
Transit Station
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
S Tacoma Way & 112th St S
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
S Tacoma Way & 112th St S
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
112th St S & Steele St S
Bus Stop
112th St S & Steele St S
Bus Stop
108th St SW & Rowland Ave SW
Bus Stop
108th St SW & Rowland Ave SW
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.6% F
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Fort Lewis is 136/100 - which is 15% higher than Washington.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime N/A

Fort Lewis crime rates are n/a per 100k, which is 100% lower than Washington
Property Crime
0 crimes per 100k
Violent Crime
0 crimes per 100k
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employment D+

The median income in Fort Lewis is $42,985 - which is 32% lower than Washington.
Med. Household Income
$42,985 F
Unemployment Rate
1.5% A+
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (3)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A
Unknown Name
Fire Station
McChord Medical Clinic
Clinic
Puget Sound Kidney Center
Clinic
Speacity Services
Clinic
Saint Clare Hospital
Hospital
Outpatient Pharmacy
Pharmacy
St. Claire Medical Pavilion
Clinic
Kaemel Medical Clinic
Clinic
Lakewood Acupuncture Clinic
Clinic
City Sleep Lab
Clinic
Unknown Name
Fire Station
Puget Sound Pain Clinic
Clinic
Dennis Kim, MD
Clinic
Bridgeport Women's Healthcare
Clinic
Emery Chang MD General Surgery
Clinic
Affordable RX
Pharmacy
Allergy & Asthma Speciality Services
Clinic
Dr. Gabriel Torres, D.C. Practice Of Chiropractic
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Bridgeport Way Dental
Dentist
Acute Chiropactic
Clinic
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue 65
Fire Station
Gentle Dental
Dentist
Lakewood Dentist
Dentist
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A+
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housing B

Fort Lewis home prices are $0 - which is 100% lower than Washington
Home Price
$0 F
Home Appreciation Rate
N/A
Home Affordability
N/A A+
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schools B

The Fort Lewis graduation rate is 95% - which is 9% higher than Washington
School Test Scores
59% D+
High School Grad. Rates
95% A+
Elementary Schools (3) F
Tyee Park Elementary School
Perry G Keithley Middle School
Carter Lake Elementary School
Lakeview Hope Academy
St Frances Cabrini School
Brookdale Elementary
James Sales Elementary
Imagination School
Parkland Lutheran Church & School
Woodbrook Middle School
Christensen Elementary
Park Lodge Elementary School
Special Education Services/Relife
Elmhurst Elementary School
Spanaway Elementary
Four Heroes Elementary
Spanaway Middle School
Re-Entry Middle School
Chester H Thompson Elementary
Helen B. Stafford Elementary
Harrison Prep School
Tillicum Elementary School
Idlewild Elementary School
Lochburn Middle School
Faith Lutheran School
High Schools (0) F
Washington High School
Gates Secondary School
Clover Park High School
Cpsd Open Doors Program
Special Education Services/Relife
Alfaretta House
Northwest Career And Technical High School
Acceleration Academy
Re-Entry High School
Harrison Prep School
Challenger High School
Spanaway Lake High School
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ratings A+

Fort Lewis has an overall rating of 86% from 2 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes A
User Surveys (1)
From AreaVibes A+
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  • Fort Lewis has a Livability Score of 75/100, which is considered excellent
  • Fort Lewis crime rates are 100% lower than the Washington average
  • Cost of living in Fort Lewis is 15% higher than the Washington average

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Fort Lewis, Washington: Classic Military Town with Big City Opportunities 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 23, 2018) Home to Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Fort Lewis, Washington is a classic military town boasting a strong Army and Air Force presence. I love living in Fort Lewis because of its strong commitment to community and its residents. Located a few miles from both Tacoma and Olympia, Fort L ...Read More ewis is conveniently situated between two major metropolitan areas. The majority of career opportunities revolve around government jobs on the base, however, commuters also enjoy the myriad of options in nearby Tacoma and Olympia.

The best area in Fort Lewis its location near the waters of Puget Sound. Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the many recreational opportunities on the water, including boating and sailing. Nearby Mt. Rainier offers exceptional hiking and wildlife viewing opportunties. Washington's capital Olympia is a short drive away, providing visitors and residents a chance to learn more about the state's history. Located approximately one hour from Seattle, residents of Fort Lewis enjoy the opportunity to indulge in premier shopping and dining. Read Less
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      C Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Fort Lewis? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Memorial Field
      Unknown Name
      Springbrook Park
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name

      Entertainment

      C-124C Globemaster II
      McChord Theater
      C-141B StarLifter
      Sounders Lanes & Family Fun Center
      McChord Air Museum Heritage Hill Airpark
      B-23 Dragon
      C-82A Packet
      Unknown Name

      Food & Drink

      Papa John's
      K&C Burkie
      Burger King
      Unknown Name
      Subway
      Pizza Pizza
      KFC
      A&W

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Fort Lewis? Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in Fort Lewis.
      Drive to Work
      67%

      9% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      15%

      12% higher than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Fort Lewis? The cost of living in Fort Lewis is 136/100 - which is 15% higher than Washington.
      Fort Lewis
      136

      36% more expensive than average

      Washington
      118

      18% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      Crime

      What is the crime rate in Fort Lewis? Fort Lewis crime rates are n/a, which are 100% lower than Washington
      Total Crime
      n/a per 100k people

      100% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in n/a

      100% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      0%

      Year over year crime is n/a

      D+ Employment

      What is the median income in Fort Lewis? The median income in Fort Lewis is $42,985 which is 32% lower than Washington.
      Median household income
      $42,98522% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $17,37742% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      67% lower than the US average

      F Health & Safety

      Is Fort Lewis a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

      Hospitals

      Madigan Army Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Doctors

      B Housing

      What are Fort Lewis home prices? Fort Lewis home prices are $0 - which is 100% lower than Washington
      Median home value
      $0100% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,75485% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      2%

      98% lower than the US average

      B Schools

      Does Fort Lewis have good schools? The Fort Lewis graduation rate is 95% - which is 9% higher than Washington
      High school grad. rates
      95%

      14% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      59%

      22% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      19:1

      19% higher than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is Fort Lewis a good place to live? Fort Lewis has an overall rating of 86% from 2 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      86%

      2 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      80%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      100%

      1 total surveys

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