Geneva, 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
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
5/10
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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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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
2,200
332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
60.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$142,612
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$764,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$856
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,713
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 9 | 7 | 38 |
| Feb | 5 | 5 | 40 |
| Mar | 5 | 2 | 43 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 48 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 6 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 10 | 2 | 42 |
| Dec | 8 | 7 | 37 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.
Liberal (66%) (29%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 24%Schools
Geneva Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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3.7
Whatcom Hills Waldorf School
<1 miles, S
Kulshan Middle School
1 miles, NW
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2.8
Silver Beach Elementary School
2 miles, N
•
3.7
Colleges
Western Washington University
4 miles, W
•
2.8
Bellingham Technical College
5 miles, NW
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2.3
Whatcom Community College
5 miles, NW
•
1.4
Northwest Indian College
10 miles, NW
•
1
Hospitals
St Joseph Hospital
4 miles, NW
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4.1
Peacehealth United General Medical Center
18 miles, S
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3.2
Island Hospital
19 miles, SW
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4.1
Skagit Valley Hospital
23 miles, S
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2.3
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
7 miles, NW
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1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
90 miles, S
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4.1
Portland International Airport
218 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
230 miles, S
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1