Puget Island, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
1,136 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,395 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
48 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$398,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$589 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$914 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wahkiakum County
2
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

Wahkiakum County
3
Washington
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 10 1 42
Feb 7 1 43
Mar 7 0 46
Apr 5 0 49
May 4 0 54
Jun 3 0 58
Jul 1 0 63
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 6 0 53
Nov 11 0 46
Dec 10 1 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 8%

Schools

Wahkiakum High School
2 miles, NE 3.2 star
Clatskanie Middle/High School
10 miles, SE 1.9 star
Piercing Arrow Private School
10 miles, SE 3.2 star

Colleges

Clatsop Community College
21 miles, NW 1.4 star
Lower Columbia College
22 miles, SE 1.4 star
Stylemaster College of Hair Design
22 miles, SE 1 star
Centralia College
42 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Columbia Memorial Hospital
21 miles, NW 3.2 star
Peacehealth St John Medical Center
21 miles, SE 3.2 star
Providence Seaside Hospital
29 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
55 miles, S 3.7 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
102 miles, NE 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
142 miles, S 1.4 star
Roberts Field
172 miles, S 1.4 star