Lacey, Washington

What It Is Like to Retire in Lacey

Lacey is a city of about 42,000 people in west central Washington. Originally an agricultural and timber based town, the economy is a bit more diverse now. St.Martin's University, a coed and Catholic university with about 1500 students, is located here. Lacey was designated an official "Green Power Community" by the EPA  for its use of renewable energy sources; 5% of its total energy use comes from green power sources.  Some people commute from Lacey to jobs in Olympia or Fort Lewis.

Where to Retire in Lacey and Home Prices

There are active communities in the area.  Zillow reported the median home value to be $468,622 in mid-2023.

What Is Special about Lacey

Lacey is located on the Pugent Sound, and is a town with five lakes, parks, a wildlife refuge, golf courses  and a Regional Athletic Complex.

What Is Not Special about Lacey

Lacey is not considered a walkable community,  winters are cold with some snow and gets about 50 inches of rain annually.

Who Will Like Retirement in Lacey

Those who want a mid-sized college town with a low crime rate, and enjoy outdoor activity may like retiring in Lacey.

Local Economy Is Driven by

Public Administration and Retail

Climate and Physical Environment

The average January temperature in Lacey is 38 degrees, July's average is 65 degrees. Lacey gets an average of 16 inches of snow annually, and 50 inches of rain.

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

Lacey is located on the Puget Sound and offers a lakes, parklands and a 3,700 wildlife refuge. The town hosts outdoor summer concerts, an open air community market, and a Spring Fun Fair.

Crime

The crime rate is well below average.

Medical facilities

There are several medical facilities in Lacey and Olympia.

Transportation

Amtrack is 3 miles away in Olympia.  Seattle/Tacoma International Airport is 46 miles away.

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