Everson, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,989 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$434,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$725 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,056 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 5 38
Feb 4 4 40
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 3 0 48
May 3 0 55
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 2 0 58
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 leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 6%

Schools

Everson Elementary
<1 miles, W 2.8 star
Nooksack Valley Middle School
1 miles, E 3.2 star
Nooksack Elementary
2 miles, E 4.6 star
Nooksack Valley High School
4 miles, NE 4.1 star

Colleges

Whatcom Community College
10 miles, SW 1.4 star
Bellingham Technical College
12 miles, SW 2.3 star
Western Washington University
14 miles, SW 2.8 star
Northwest Indian College
14 miles, W 1 star

Hospitals

St Joseph Hospital
11 miles, SW 4.1 star
Island Hospital
31 miles, SW 4.1 star
Skagit Valley Hospital
34 miles, S 2.3 star

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
12 miles, W 1.4 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
101 miles, S 4.1 star
Portland International Airport
230 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
237 miles, S 1 star