Bellingham, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
92,367
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
46.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,821
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$577,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$765
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,382
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Whatcom County
2
Bellingham Metro Area
2
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Whatcom County
6
Bellingham Metro Area
6
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8 | 6 | 38 |
| Feb | 4 | 4 | 40 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 48 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 9 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 7 | 6 | 37 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.
Liberal (57%) (37%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 31%Schools
Explorations Academy
<1 miles, W
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1.4
Options High School
<1 miles, N
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2.3
Bellingham High School
<1 miles, N
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4.1
Assumption Catholic School
<1 miles, N
Colleges
Western Washington University
1 miles, SW
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2.8
Bellingham Technical College
2 miles, NW
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2.3
Whatcom Community College
3 miles, N
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1.4
Northwest Indian College
7 miles, NW
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1
Hospitals
St Joseph Hospital
1 miles, N
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4.1
Island Hospital
18 miles, SW
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4.1
Peacehealth United General Medical Center
20 miles, S
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3.2
Skagit Valley Hospital
24 miles, S
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2.3
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
4 miles, NW
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1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
90 miles, S
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4.1
Portland International Airport
219 miles, SW
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3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
232 miles, S
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