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Federal Way, WA Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Ezra Reed

Studio apartments in Federal Way -options?

First post here. I'm retired and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. What are your go-to spots?

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Jameson Allen

Worst things about Federal Way nobody talks about

We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 9.8%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $82,144 in Federal Way. Rent is about $1,738/month for a decent place. With a population of 99,232, Federal Way is a smaller city. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely fr...

3 replies 13 upvotes best-worst
Rylee Castillo

What's it really like living in Federal Way?

My partner and I are Household incomes average around $82,144 in Federal Way. It's a a smaller city city with about 99,232 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all think? Any help is appreciated.

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Wesley Gray

What's it really like living in Federal Way?

Hello, I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 9.8%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Worth the trade-offs? The suburbs are where most families end up.

5 replies 10 upvotes living
Elijah Thompson

Best areas to explore in Federal Way?

It's a a smaller city city with about 99,232 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you do?

9 replies 10 upvotes qa
Ezekiel H.

Living in Federal Way -the reality

So, Just moved here 7 months ago and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,738 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. ...

1 replies 26 upvotes living
Charles N.

Working remotely from Federal Way — my experience

I've been working remotely from Federal Way for 8 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Decent, getting better with new provider...

12 replies 39 upvotes jobs
Rylee Castillo

Moving to Federal Way -what should I know?

First post here. Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $82,144, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 99,232 people. You can expect to pay around $1,738 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely r...

3 replies 27 upvotes moving
Leonardo M.

Best hidden gems in Federal Way

OK so Anyone in a similar situation? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Charles N.

Best things about Federal Way that nobody talks about

As a 6-year resident, here are some things about Federal Way that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. Community events happen almost every weekend 3. Cost of living is way better than people think Happy to answer questions.

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Ezra Reed

Living in Federal Way -the reality

Median household income is $82,144, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Federal Way sits at 336.7 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,738 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. ...

2 replies 21 upvotes living
Logan G.

Top 5 things I love about Federal Way

Hello, Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Federal Way sits at 336.7 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Wha...

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Jameson Allen

Best neighborhoods in Federal Way

Hi all, Poverty rate is 9.8%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. TIA! Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

14 replies 19 upvotes best-worst
Aurora Kelly

Housing in Federal Way compared to Houston

OK so Poverty rate is 9.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,738 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-le...

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Cameron N.

Freelancing from Federal Way -experience?

Hey folks, Been living here since 2017. Rent is about $1,738/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great. Looking forward to hearing from you all. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Leonardo M.

Cheapest neighborhoods in Federal Way?

So, I've been here for 3 years and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $499,600, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any...

2 replies 10 upvotes housing
Wesley Gray

Is Federal Way still affordable?

Hello, My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 9.8%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $82,144 in Federal Way. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has anyone dealt with this? I'd say it's better for families ...

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Elijah Thompson

Housing in Federal Way compared to Tucson

OK so Homes are going for about $499,600 on average. What do you all think? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Leonardo M.

Rent in Federal Way getting crazy

I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Federal Way sits at 336.7 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thanks! Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Adeline Lewis

Is Federal Way walkable?

First post here. Rent is about $1,738/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Madeline Young

Rent vs buy in Federal Way -what makes sense?

Hey folks, Homes are going for about $499,600 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Federal Way sits at 336.7 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, ...

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Logan G.

Is Federal Way a good place to live?

Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 99,232 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Zoey M.

Day-to-day life in Federal Way, WA

Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $1,738 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Zoey M.

Federal Way is underrated, change my mind

Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Property ...

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Zoey M.

Cost of living reality check -Federal Way

Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $499,600, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,738/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 9.8%, which is pretty low. With a population of 99,232, Federal Way is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown ...

4 replies 18 upvotes housing
Avery Alvarez

Couple moving to Federal Way from out of state

Hey folks, I've been here for 17 years and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 99,232 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do?

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Adeline Lewis

Should I move to Federal Way or stay in Los Angeles?

OK so I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 99,232 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What would you do? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly,...

6 replies 4 upvotes moving
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