Best Neighborhoods for Families in Washington (2026 Rankings)
Finding the best family-friendly neighborhoods in Washington means looking at safety, walkability, and community stability. We analyzed 7 neighborhoods to find areas with the lowest crime rates combined with strong homeownership and walkability.
SpokaneWA
Violent Crime Rate: 3.7 per 1K
Home Value: $280,000
Population: 228,989
Walk Score: 96/100
AQI: 20
TacomaWA
Violent Crime Rate: 3.7 per 1K
Home Value: $380,000
Population: 219,346
Walk Score: 94/100
AQI: 14
SeattleWA
Violent Crime Rate: 3.7 per 1K
Home Value: $780,000
Population: 737,015
Walk Score: 99/100
AQI: 27
4
FremontSeattle, WA
Violent Crime Rate: 3.7 per 1K
Home Value: $750,000
Population: 15,000
Walk Score: 85/100
AQI: 27
5
Capitol HillSeattle, WA
Violent Crime Rate: 3.7 per 1K
Home Value: $680,000
Population: 35,000
Walk Score: 95/100
AQI: 27
6
BallardSeattle, WA
Violent Crime Rate: 3.7 per 1K
Home Value: $720,000
Population: 50,000
Walk Score: 85/100
AQI: 27
7
Queen AnneSeattle, WA
Violent Crime Rate: 3.7 per 1K
Home Value: $690,000
Population: 28,000
Walk Score: 96/100
AQI: 27
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