East Port Orchard, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- 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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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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
5,581
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,639
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$394,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$533
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,410
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Kitsap County
3
Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard 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
Kitsap County
5
Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard Metro Area
5
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 2 | 42 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 43 |
| Mar | 5 | 1 | 47 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 61 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 8 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 7 | 2 | 40 |
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 45% leaning right.
Liberal (48%) (45%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 41%Schools
Explorer Academy
<1 miles, NW
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3.2
East Port Orchard Elementary
<1 miles, NW
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3.2
Orchard Heights Elementary
1 miles, E
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3.7
Marcus Whitman Middle School
1 miles, E
•
2.8
Colleges
Olympic College
4 miles, N
•
1.4
South Seattle College
12 miles, E
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1.9
Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine
14 miles, E
The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology
14 miles, E
Hospitals
Harrison Medical Center
4 miles, N
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3.2
NH Bremerton
6 miles, N
St Anthony Hospital
11 miles, S
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5
Navos
12 miles, E
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
15 miles, SE
•
4.1
Bellingham International Airport
88 miles, NE
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1.4
Portland International Airport
133 miles, S
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3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
187 miles, SE
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