Scooter share pilot program

King County had a pilot program for shared electric scooters from August 2020 through March 2023 in the North Highline Urban Unincorporated Area, including White Center, to offer new mobility options. The pilot program has ended, and shared scooters are no longer available in this area. King County has assessed the pilot program, and is working to determine if a broader shared mobility program would benefit King County communities. The final report on the pilot program is available for download.

Pilot program goals

The 2020-2023 scooter share pilot program was designed to determine if shared scooters could support King County policy goals:

• Improving first and last mile connections to transit
• Reducing private motor vehicle use and congestion
• Promoting safe travel with this form of transportation
• Improving pedestrian safety, accessibility, and convenience for people of all ages and abilities
• Providing equitable transportation services
• Reducing air pollution, including climate pollution

If you have questions or comments about the 2020-2023 scooter share pilot, please contact us at scooters@kingcounty.gov or call 206-263-1982.

The City of Seattle's scooter share program, which is separate from King County's program, is still active. Learn more about Seattle's scooter share program.

Pilot program statistics (2021-2022)

• Trips taken: 10,497
• Median trip distance: 0.758 miles
• Median trip duration: 8.067 minutes

Documents

• Pilot program contract
• Preliminary assessment of program (February 2021)
• Final assessment of program (June 2023)