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    Best Neighborhoods in Mountlake Terrace, WA

    Comprehensive data on Mountlake Terrace, WA including safety, walkability, affordability, and quality of life metrics.

    Population: 21,3502026 Data

    Best Neighborhoods in Mountlake Terrace, WA — Key Takeaways

    Neighborhood-level ranking data for Mountlake Terrace, WA is not yet available. Below is a comprehensive overview of Mountlake Terrace as a whole.

    Mountlake Terrace has a population of 21,350, a median household income of $96,104, an unemployment rate of 4.1%, and a poverty rate of 7.3%. The median home value citywide is $561,100, which is 99% above the national average of $281,900.

    Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA AirNow, Walk Score, and FEMA. Last updated: March 2026.

    Mountlake Terrace at a Glance

    Detailed neighborhood-level data for Mountlake Terrace is coming soon. In the meantime, here is a comprehensive overview.

    Median Home Value

    $561,100

    Nat'l avg: $281,900

    Median Income

    $96,104

    Nat'l avg: $74,580

    Population

    21,350

    Walk Score

    0/100

    Violent Crime

    0.1 per 1K

    Nat'l avg: 3.6 per 1K

    Air Quality

    AQI 38

    Climate Risk

    Very High

    Unemployment

    4.1%

    Nat'l avg: 3.7%

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    How We Rank Neighborhoods in Mountlake Terrace

    Neighborhoods are ranked using the Kurby Score, a composite quality-of-life index that evaluates six weighted categories based on publicly available data:

    Affordability
    25% weight
    Walkability & Transit
    15% weight
    Safety
    17% weight
    Environment
    17% weight
    Education
    13% weight
    Economy
    13% weight

    Each category incorporates multiple data points. For example, Safety uses both violent and property crime rates; Environment considers air quality (AQI), noise levels, climate risk, and flood zone status; Affordability factors in home price-to-income ratio, rent, and electricity costs.

    Data Sources: US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), EPA AirNow, Walk Score, DOT National Transportation Noise Map, FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and EIA Electricity Data. All data is updated on a rolling basis as new government releases become available.

    Lifestyle & Amenity Scores

    Based on nearby amenities, noise levels, and quality of life factors

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How are school neighborhoods ranked in Mountlake Terrace?
    Neighborhoods are ranked using a composite school quality score: 40% student-teacher ratio, 35% school count, and 25% free lunch percentage (socioeconomic proxy). Data from NCES 2022-23.
    Are neighborhoods with good schools expensive in Mountlake Terrace?
    The median home value in Mountlake Terrace is $561,100. Home prices near top-rated schools vary, so we include affordability data alongside school rankings.

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