Sammamish

Sammamish, Washington Overview

With a composite score of 67.8/100 and a A+ grade, Sammamish ranks #4 of 20 cities in Washington. Its strongest showing is in Fiscal Health (97/100), while Affordability (33/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Sammamish

Sammamish’s median household income of $238,750 is 164% above the Washington median of $90,325, and its 3.8% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.9%.

Safety in Sammamish

Sammamish’s violent crime rate of 131.2 per 100,000 is well below both the Washington rate of 372 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 3021.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Sammamish

Sammamish has a cost of living index of 113 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $1,240,300. Median monthly rent is $2,728. Renters spend 13.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Sammamish

Sammamish’s adult obesity rate of 19.5% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 6.4%. Residents average 12.3 poor mental health days per month. Washington ranks #7 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Sammamish

Sammamish’s high school graduation rate of 94.4% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 19.9:1. Local districts invest $17,113 per student, well above the national median. The city has 13 public schools serving 11,343 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Sammamish

Sammamish enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.9°F. Summers average 70.4°F. Winters average 43.2°F. Annual precipitation is 20.9 inches. 30.7% of workers in Sammamish work from home, well above the national average.

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