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Kirkland, Washington

       
Total population 46,476 Average January/July temperatures 37.7° / 65.5°
Median home price $ 496,000 Annual Precipitation 35.96 in. /yr.

Kirkland, Washington

This bustling King County city is home to the Seattle Seahawks headquarters.

Climate
This community is characterized by mild temperatures year round.
Cultural Attractions
The Kirkland Arts Center offers an array of classes, including painting and pottery instruction.
Geography
Kirkland sits northeast of Seattle on Lake Washington.
Historical
Kirkland was home to Washington's first wool mill in 1892.
Recreation
The city's park system features beaches, hiking areas, marinas, wildlife preserves, and more.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 42.96 ° / 32.46 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 76.72 ° / 54.35 °
Precipitation (?) 35.96 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 16 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 0
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 112
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 496,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $68014.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $60406
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 8.9 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .660 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 48
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 61
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 34
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 214
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 5
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 71
Number of libraries within the county (?) 117
Number of museums within the county (?) 50
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 16
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 46,476
Population density (?) 4,417 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 67.3% growth
Population over 55 (?) 11,158 people
Education (?) 42 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 83
Number of clinics within the county (?) 280
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 917
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