Whidbey Island Station, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
10/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
2,284
332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
12.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$42,143
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
7 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$353,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$719
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,757
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Island County
1
Oak Harbor Urban Area
1
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Island County
1
Oak Harbor Urban Area
1
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 3 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 3 | 0 | 46 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 5 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 2 | 40 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Schools
Oak Harbor High School
3 miles, SW
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4.1
iGrad Academy
3 miles, SW
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3.2
North Whidbey Middle School
4 miles, S
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2.3
Hillcrest Elementary
4 miles, SW
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4.1
Colleges
Skagit Valley College
17 miles, E
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1.4
Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building
22 miles, SW
Western Washington University
28 miles, NE
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2.8
Bellingham Technical College
30 miles, NE
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2.3
Hospitals
NH Oak Harbor
2 miles, W
Whidbeyhealth Medical Center
9 miles, SW
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3.2
Island Hospital
11 miles, NE
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4.1
Skagit Valley Hospital
16 miles, E
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2.3
Airports
Bellingham International Airport
31 miles, NE
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1.4
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
64 miles, S
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4.1
Portland International Airport
191 miles, S
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3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
219 miles, SE
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