Everett, WA

Everett WA scores 50/100 on safety (well below average). Crime is about 40% above the national average. Research block-level crime data and visit after dark before you commit.

Detail: overall crime index 140 (100 = avg); violent crime index 88; property crime index 192. Indexes near 100 track a typical U.S. load. Higher means more crime pressure on that category.

School quality varies by neighborhood in Everett. Check GreatSchools.org or your local district for current ratings before you choose a ZIP.

Typical rent in Everett is about $1,740/month (on the high side). At $1,740/month for a typical unit, you need about $62,640+ in household income to rent comfortably without stretching (3× rent × 12). Typical home value: $565,300.

Median household income is $83,512, property taxes run about 1.45%, and homes typically sell in around 28 days. Local median income ($83,512) clears the $62,640 comfort line for that rent.

Walk Score 68 (Somewhat Walkable); transit score 42 (Some Transit).

Average temperature is about 57°F (highs near 66°F, lows near 47°F).

Cooler months cut into patio season; plan indoor hobbies for part of the year. Heating will show up on winter bills more than AC does in summer. If you visit, go in January. That is when the cold is honest.

Who tends to thrive in Everett: (1) Tech and finance workers (the job market is real and no state income tax compounds that advantage at higher salaries) (2) Households earning $62,640+ who can clear the 3× rent rule at $1,740/month (3) Movers with a locked job offer in Everett who already priced rent and commute (4) Buyers comparing mid-size metros who will tour multiple ZIPs before signing

Who should look elsewhere: (1) People with young kids who want to let them roam freely (crime pressure is real here; safety 50/100) (2) Anyone stretching past 40% of take-home on housing at $1,740/month (3) Households expecting top marks on rent and safety at once (Everett does not clear every bar)

Income sniff test: clear about $62,640 household income for $1,740/month rent. Under that, pick a cheaper ZIP or a different city.

Everett scores 50/100 on safety with $1,740/month typical rent. Run the numbers against your income before committing.