Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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Lynnwood, Washington

       
Total population 33,685 Average January/July temperatures 40.2° / 63.0°
Median home price $ 342,725 Annual Precipitation 78.23 in. /yr.

Lynnwood, Washington

This burgeoning suburb is a residential and industrial center.

Climate
Lynnwood is characterized by mild temperatures year round.
Cultural Attractions
The Lynnwood Library Gallery features work by local and regional artists.
Economy
Agricultural products and prefabricated homes are two of the primary products manufactured in Lynnwood.
Geography
Lynnwood is just north of Seattle.
Recreation
Lessons, rentals, and merchandise are available at the Lynnwood Municipal Golf Course.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 45.38 ° / 34.97 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 73.31 ° / 52.6 °
Precipitation (?) 78.23 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) (?) 106
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 342,725
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $46874.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $44417
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 8.9 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .230 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 18
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 8
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 25
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 171
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 1
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 9
Number of libraries within the county (?) 21
Number of museums within the county (?) 13
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 3
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 33,685
Population density (?) 4,771 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 79.8% growth
Population over 55 (?) 8,988 people
Education (?) 28 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 13
Number of clinics within the county (?) 91
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 724
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