Bay View, WA
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
directions_bus
Transit
1/10
directions_car
Commute
8/10
home
Housing
2/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
-
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
-
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
-
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
-
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
-
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
-
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
-
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
-
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
-
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
-
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
626
332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
33.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$98,571
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$743,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$862
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,784
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Skagit County
3
Mount Vernon-Anacortes Metro Area
3
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Skagit County
7
Mount Vernon-Anacortes Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 3 | 41 |
| Feb | 3 | 3 | 42 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 6 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 5 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.
Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 38%Schools
Bay View Elementary
2 miles, E
•
2.3
Allen Elementary
4 miles, E
•
1.4
Edison Elementary - Burlington/Edison
5 miles, NE
•
3.2
West View Elementary
6 miles, SE
•
2.8
Colleges
Skagit Valley College
8 miles, SE
•
1.4
Western Washington University
17 miles, N
•
2.8
Bellingham Technical College
19 miles, N
•
2.3
Whatcom Community College
21 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Island Hospital
7 miles, NW
•
4.1
Skagit Valley Hospital
8 miles, SE
•
2.3
Peacehealth United General Medical Center
9 miles, E
•
3.2
NH Oak Harbor
14 miles, SW
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
21 miles, N
•
1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
72 miles, S
•
4.1
Portland International Airport
200 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
219 miles, SE
•
1