Mason County, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
66,968 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,359 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$377,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$561 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,033 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelton Urban Area
3
Washington
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelton Urban Area
5
Washington
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 9 1 40
Feb 6 1 42
Mar 6 0 45
Apr 4 0 49
May 2 0 55
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 5 0 51
Nov 10 0 44
Dec 9 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, WA State Legislative District 35, WA State Legislative District 35, WA
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Schools

Hood Canal Elementary School
1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Shelton High School
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

The Evergreen State College
21 miles, S • 1.4 star
South Puget Sound Community College
25 miles, S • 1.4 star
Saint Martin's University
27 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Capital Medical Center
24 miles, S • 4.1 star
Providence St Peter Hospital
26 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bellingham International Airport
104 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
125 miles, S • 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
206 miles, SE • 1 star
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