Wahkiakum County, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
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
4,573 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,091 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$344,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$524 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$914 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Washington
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 11 1 41
Feb 8 1 43
Mar 8 0 46
Apr 5 0 49
May 4 0 54
Jun 3 0 58
Jul 1 0 62
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 6 0 52
Nov 12 0 45
Dec 11 1 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WA State Legislative District 19, WA State Legislative District 19, WA
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Schools

Wahkiakum High School
7 miles, S • 3.2 star
Knappa High School
13 miles, W • 3.2 star
Hilda Lahti Elementary School
13 miles, W • 1.4 star

Colleges

Clatsop Community College
21 miles, W • 1.4 star
Lower Columbia College
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Stylemaster College of Hair Design
26 miles, SE • 1 star
Centralia College
36 miles, NE • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Columbia Memorial Hospital
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
Peacehealth St John Medical Center
26 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
96 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
150 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bellingham International Airport
178 miles, NE • 1.4 star