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Kirkland, WA Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Aaron H.

What Kirkland does better than anywhere else

OK so It's a a smaller city city with about 91,614 people. Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 91,614, Kirkland is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $1,022,500, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is defini...

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Weston Jones

Weekend activities in Kirkland?

We have two kids and Median household income is $143,533, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Should I be concerned? It's no...

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Nathan Campbell

Thinking about relocating to Kirkland from Phoenix

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Rent is about $2,342/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $1,022,500, which is pretty steep. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. Thanks for rea...

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Abigail R.

Internet providers in Kirkland?

Hey, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $1,022,500 on average. With a population of 91,614, Kirkland is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What do you all think?

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Eva Jones

Living in Kirkland -the reality

Household incomes average around $143,533 in Kirkland. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Let me know your thoughts. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it'...

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Christian A.

Couple moving to Kirkland from out of state

Random thought, Crime rate is something to consider -Kirkland sits at 98.4 per 100K. The median home value here is around $1,022,500, which is pretty steep. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right...

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nashville_sadie

What I wish I knew before living in Kirkland

Hey folks, Rent is about $2,342/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Does this match your experience?

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genesis_mind

Raising a family in Kirkland -thoughts?

OK so Just moved here 11 months ago and You can expect to pay around $2,342 for rent here. Household incomes average around $143,533 in Kirkland. Homes are going for about $1,022,500 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dep...

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Donald R.

How are the schools in Kirkland?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Kirkland sits at 98.4 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $2,342 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor...

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colton_soul

Best and worst neighborhoods in Kirkland

Random thought, I relocated for work and Rent is about $2,342/month for a decent place. Median household income is $143,533, which feels pretty solid for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Prop...

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Angel

Unpopular opinion about Kirkland

Random thought, Just moved here 4 months ago and The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Any advice would be great. Cheers.

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Emily Evans

Considering Kirkland vs Cincinnati -help me decide

Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. With a population of 91,614, Kirkland is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Anyone in a similar situation?

6 replies 5 upvotes moving
Christian A.

Quick question about Kirkland

Been meaning to ask this. I'm single, late 50s, and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $143,533 in Kirkland. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Should I be concerned? The...

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Dylan R.

Working remotely from Kirkland — my experience

I've been working remotely from Kirkland for 15 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 providers ...

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Nathan Campbell

Rent vs buy in Kirkland -what makes sense?

Longtime lurker here, We have two kids and Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Kirkland sits at 98.4 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I overthinking this?

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Aria Ward

Kirkland quality of life -am I missing something?

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and Median household income is $143,533, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $143,533 in Kirkland. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Does this m...

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Aria Ward

What's it really like living in Kirkland?

Random thought, My partner and I are Median household income is $143,533, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $2,342/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Stella Bennett

Moving to Kirkland for work -advice?

Random thought, I'm retired and The median home value here is around $1,022,500, which is pretty steep.

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Abigail R.

Best industries in Kirkland right now

Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $2,342 for rent here. Homes are going for about $1,022,500 on average. Rent is about $2,342/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do? Any help ...

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genesis_mind

Pros and cons of Kirkland after 8 years

Curious what people think. Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Kirkland sits at 98.4 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Am I overthinking this? Cheers. The city has...

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Clara Reed

Affordable areas near Kirkland?

Hi all, Household incomes average around $143,533 in Kirkland. Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $1,022,500 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. ...

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Aria Ward

Housing in Kirkland compared to Cleveland

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 91,614, Kirkland is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Woul...

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Abigail R.

Honest thoughts on life in Kirkland

Hi all, Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $1,022,500, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $2,342 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Has anyone deal...

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Abigail R.

How are the schools in Kirkland?

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $1,022,500 on average. The median home value here is around $1,022,500, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public tr...

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Aria Ward

Best apartments in Kirkland under ?

First post here. You can expect to pay around $2,342 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is this normal for Kirkland? Thanks for reading. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be ro...

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