Edison, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
260 332.4M (US)
Median Age
69.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,713 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$455,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$939 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$960 $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

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 6 3 39
Feb 3 3 41
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 3 0 49
May 2 0 54
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 62
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 2 0 58
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 7 1 44
Dec 5 5 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 6%

Schools

Edison Elementary - Burlington/Edison
<1 miles, SW 3.2 star
Allen Elementary
5 miles, S 1.4 star
Bay View Elementary
6 miles, S 2.3 star
Independence High School
7 miles, NE 1 star

Colleges

Skagit Valley College
11 miles, S 1.4 star
Western Washington University
12 miles, N 2.8 star
Bellingham Technical College
14 miles, N 2.3 star
Whatcom Community College
16 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Island Hospital
9 miles, W 4.1 star
Skagit Valley Hospital
12 miles, S 2.3 star
St Joseph Hospital
14 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
16 miles, N 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
206 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
222 miles, SE 1 star