Amboy, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 6/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,545 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$127,639 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$582,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$489 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$952 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clark County
3
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
3
Washington
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clark County
4
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Washington
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer Mediterranean climate. Warm dry summers and cool moist winters with moderate seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 8 4 37
Feb 6 3 39
Mar 6 1 44
Apr 4 0 48
May 3 0 54
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 9 1 42
Dec 8 4 35

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Amboy Middle School
2 miles, SE · 3.7star
Green Mountain School
3 miles, NW · 2.8star
Yacolt Primary
5 miles, SE · 3.7star
Yale Elementary
8 miles, NE · 3.2star
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Colleges

Charter College
21 miles, SW · 1.4star
Clark College
21 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Peacehealth St John Medical Center
26 miles, NW · 3.2star
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
27 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Airports

Portland International Airport
23 miles, SW · 3.7star
Mahlon Sweet Field
129 miles, SW · 1.4star
Roberts Field
132 miles, S · 1.4star
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