Custer, 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
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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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
266
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
40.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$130,179
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$540,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$770
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,114
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0%
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 | 7 | 6 | 38 |
| Feb | 4 | 4 | 40 |
| Mar | 4 | 2 | 44 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 8 | 2 | 42 |
| Dec | 6 | 7 | 37 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.
Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 44%Schools
Custer Elem
<1 miles, N
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3.2
Cascadia Elementary
3 miles, S
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3.7
Horizon Middle School
4 miles, S
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2.3
Eagleridge Elementary
4 miles, S
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1.9
Colleges
Northwest Indian College
8 miles, S
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1
Whatcom Community College
10 miles, S
•
1.4
Bellingham Technical College
12 miles, S
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2.3
Western Washington University
14 miles, S
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2.8
Hospitals
St Joseph Hospital
12 miles, S
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4.1
Island Hospital
28 miles, S
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4.1
Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center
32 miles, SW
Peacehealth United General Medical Center
33 miles, S
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3.2
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
10 miles, S
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1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
102 miles, S
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4.1
Portland International Airport
230 miles, S
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3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
246 miles, S
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