Port Townsend, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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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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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
10,290
332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
52.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,015
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$502,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$693
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,090
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Jefferson County
2
Port Townsend Urban 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
Jefferson County
4
Port Townsend Urban Area
4
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 1 | 40 |
| Feb | 2 | 1 | 40 |
| Mar | 2 | 0 | 44 |
| Apr | 2 | 0 | 48 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 4 | 1 | 39 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.
Liberal (70%) (25%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 21%Schools
Swan School
<1 miles, S
Ocean
<1 miles, NE
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3.2
Blue Heron Middle School
<1 miles, NE
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3.2
Salish Coast Elementary
<1 miles, SW
•
4.1
Colleges
Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building
6 miles, S
Everett Community College
28 miles, SE
•
1.4
Peninsula College
29 miles, W
•
1.4
Paroba College of Cosmetology
29 miles, SE
•
1
Hospitals
Jefferson Healthcare
1 miles, SW
•
5
Whidbeyhealth Medical Center
8 miles, NE
•
3.2
NH Oak Harbor
16 miles, NE
Island Hospital
28 miles, NE
•
4.1
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
48 miles, NE
•
1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
51 miles, S
•
4.1
Portland International Airport
175 miles, S
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
215 miles, SE
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1