Geneva, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car 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
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
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
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
2,200 332.4M (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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 24%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 5%

Schools

Geneva Elementary School
<1 miles, NE 3.7 star
Kulshan Middle School
1 miles, NW 2.8 star
Silver Beach Elementary School
2 miles, N 3.7 star

Colleges

Western Washington University
4 miles, W 2.8 star
Bellingham Technical College
5 miles, NW 2.3 star
Whatcom Community College
5 miles, NW 1.4 star
Northwest Indian College
10 miles, NW 1 star

Hospitals

St Joseph Hospital
4 miles, NW 4.1 star
Island Hospital
19 miles, SW 4.1 star
Skagit Valley Hospital
23 miles, S 2.3 star

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
7 miles, NW 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
218 miles, SW 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
230 miles, S 1 star