Gold Bar, WA
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
directions_bus
Transit
1/10
directions_car
Commute
3/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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
-
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- 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
-
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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
-
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
-
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
-
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- 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
2,396
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
12.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$95,296
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
51 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$430,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$592
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,439
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Snohomish County
3
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
4
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Snohomish County
5
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8 | 10 | 38 |
| Feb | 5 | 6 | 40 |
| Mar | 5 | 3 | 44 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 9 | 5 | 42 |
| Dec | 7 | 11 | 37 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.
Liberal (42%) (53%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 58%Schools
Gold Bar Elementary
<1 miles, NW
•
2.3
Sky Valley Options
6 miles, NW
Open Doors Youth Reengagement Sultan
6 miles, NW
Columbia Virtual Academy - Sultan
6 miles, NW
•
3.2
Colleges
Cascadia College
24 miles, W
•
1.9
University of Washington-Bothell Campus
24 miles, W
•
3.7
DigiPen Institute of Technology
24 miles, W
•
4.6
Hospitals
Evergreenhealth Monroe
14 miles, NW
•
2.3
Evergreenhealth Medical Center
25 miles, W
•
5
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital
25 miles, SW
Bhc Fairfax Hospital
26 miles, W
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
40 miles, W
•
4.1
Bellingham International Airport
76 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
162 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
164 miles, SE
•
1