Point Roberts, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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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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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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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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
1,275
332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
48.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,197
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$460,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$658
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$935
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.5%
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 | 3 | 39 |
| Feb | 4 | 3 | 41 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 8 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 6 | 4 | 38 |
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 45% leaning right.
Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Schools
Point Roberts Primary
<1 miles, E
Blaine Home Connections
14 miles, E
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2.8
Blaine Elementary School
14 miles, E
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3.7
Blaine Primary School
14 miles, E
Colleges
Northwest Indian College
24 miles, SE
•
1
Whatcom Community College
29 miles, SE
•
1.4
Bellingham Technical College
29 miles, SE
•
2.3
Western Washington University
31 miles, SE
•
2.8
Hospitals
St Joseph Hospital
30 miles, SE
•
4.1
Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center
32 miles, S
Island Hospital
39 miles, S
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4.1
NH Oak Harbor
48 miles, S
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
27 miles, SE
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1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
112 miles, S
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4.1
Portland International Airport
236 miles, S
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3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
263 miles, SE
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