Oak Harbor, 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
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
24,396
332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,041
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$421,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$770
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,483
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Island County
1
Oak Harbor Urban Area
1
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Island County
1
Oak Harbor Urban Area
1
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 3 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 3 | 0 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 5 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 2 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.
Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 42%Schools
Toddler Learning Center
<1 miles, W
Olympic View Elem
<1 miles, N
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2.8
Oak Harbor Elementary
<1 miles, NW
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3.2
North Whidbey Middle School
1 miles, NW
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2.3
Colleges
Skagit Valley College
18 miles, E
•
1.4
Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building
19 miles, SW
Everett Community College
28 miles, S
•
1.4
Western Washington University
31 miles, NE
•
2.8
Hospitals
NH Oak Harbor
4 miles, N
Whidbeyhealth Medical Center
6 miles, SW
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3.2
Island Hospital
14 miles, NE
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4.1
Jefferson Healthcare
15 miles, SW
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5
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
35 miles, NE
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1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
60 miles, S
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4.1
Portland International Airport
187 miles, S
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3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
216 miles, SE
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