Ocean Shores, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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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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
7,076
332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$62,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$378,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$849
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Grays Harbor County
3
Aberdeen Urban Area
3
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Grays Harbor County
6
Aberdeen Urban Area
6
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 7 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 7 | 0 | 45 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 6 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 11 | 0 | 44 |
| Dec | 10 | 0 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 50%Schools
Ocean Shores Elementary
1 miles, N
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3.2
North Beach Senior High School
4 miles, N
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4.1
North Beach Junior High School
4 miles, N
•
1.9
Ocosta Elementary School
7 miles, S
•
2.8
Colleges
Grays Harbor College
16 miles, SE
•
1.4
The Evergreen State College
56 miles, E
•
1.4
Clatsop Community College
56 miles, S
•
1.4
South Puget Sound Community College
58 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Grays Harbor Community Hospital
14 miles, E
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2.3
Willapa Harbor Hospital
26 miles, S
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3.2
Summit Pacific Medical Center-Swing Bed Unit
36 miles, E
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3.2
Ocean Beach Hospital
45 miles, S
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
92 miles, E
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4.1
Portland International Airport
120 miles, S
•
3.7
Bellingham International Airport
147 miles, NE
•
1.4
Mahlon Sweet Field
201 miles, S
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1.4