Kendall, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
810 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,291 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
64.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
50 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
51.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$276,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$338 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$880 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9% 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 6 37
Feb 4 4 40
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 3 0 49
May 3 0 55
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 5 0 49
Nov 8 2 42
Dec 6 7 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 7%

Schools

Kendall Elementary
<1 miles, NW 1.9 star
Mount Baker Junior High
7 miles, SW 2.3 star
Mount Baker Senior High
7 miles, SW 4.1 star

Colleges

Whatcom Community College
18 miles, W 1.4 star
Bellingham Technical College
20 miles, W 2.3 star
Western Washington University
20 miles, W 2.8 star
Northwest Indian College
24 miles, W 1 star

Hospitals

St Joseph Hospital
18 miles, W 4.1 star
Skagit Valley Hospital
36 miles, SW 2.3 star
Island Hospital
36 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
20 miles, W 1.4 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
102 miles, SW 4.1 star
Spokane International Airport
230 miles, SE 1.9 star
Tri-Cities Airport
231 miles, S 1 star