Sequim, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
8,130 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,977 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$382,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$631 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$975 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clallam County
4
Port Angeles Urban Area
4
Washington
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clallam County
6
Port Angeles Urban Area
6
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 1 41
Mar 3 0 44
Apr 2 0 48
May 2 0 53
Jun 1 0 57
Jul 1 0 61
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 5 1 43
Dec 4 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 6%

Schools

Sequim Senior High
1 miles, N 3.7 star
Sequim Community School
1 miles, NW 3.7 star
Helen Haller Elementary School
1 miles, NW 3.7 star
Sequim Middle School
1 miles, NW 3.2 star

Colleges

Peninsula College
15 miles, NW 1.4 star
Edmonds Community College
39 miles, SE 1.9 star
Olympic College
40 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Jefferson Healthcare
14 miles, E 5 star
Olympic Medical Center
15 miles, NW 5 star
Whidbeyhealth Medical Center
21 miles, E 3.2 star
NH Oak Harbor
26 miles, E

Airports

Bellingham International Airport
56 miles, NE 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
173 miles, S 3.7 star
Tri-Cities Airport
224 miles, SE 1 star