Big Lake, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
2,648
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
36.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$119,000
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$659,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$724
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,673
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.6%
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 | 1 | 40 |
| Feb | 3 | 1 | 41 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 6 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 4 | 3 | 39 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.
Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 45%Schools
Big Lake Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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4.1
Madison Elementary
2 miles, N
•
1.9
Little Mountain Elementary
3 miles, NW
•
2.3
Mount Baker Middle School
3 miles, NW
•
2.3
Colleges
Skagit Valley College
4 miles, NW
•
1.4
Western Washington University
26 miles, N
•
2.8
Everett Community College
27 miles, S
•
1.4
Bellingham Technical College
28 miles, N
•
2.3
Hospitals
Skagit Valley Hospital
4 miles, NW
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2.3
Peacehealth United General Medical Center
7 miles, N
•
3.2
Cascade Valley Hospital
15 miles, S
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2.3
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
18 miles, S
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
30 miles, N
•
1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
65 miles, SW
•
4.1
Portland International Airport
195 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
208 miles, SE
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