Skamokawa Valley, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
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
311 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,091 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
57.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
80 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$448 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$914 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.7% 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 11 1 42
Feb 9 1 43
Mar 9 0 46
Apr 5 0 49
May 4 0 54
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 1 0 62
Aug 2 0 62
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 7 0 52
Nov 13 0 45
Dec 11 1 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 9%

Schools

Wahkiakum High School
8 miles, S 3.2 star
Knappa High School
15 miles, W 3.2 star
Hilda Lahti Elementary School
15 miles, W 1.4 star

Colleges

Clatsop Community College
22 miles, W 1.4 star
Lower Columbia College
25 miles, SE 1.4 star
Stylemaster College of Hair Design
26 miles, SE 1 star
Centralia College
35 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Columbia Memorial Hospital
22 miles, W 3.2 star
Peacehealth St John Medical Center
25 miles, SE 3.2 star
Willapa Harbor Hospital
31 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
63 miles, S 3.7 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
94 miles, NE 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
152 miles, S 1.4 star
Bellingham International Airport
176 miles, NE 1.4 star