Forks, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
3,413 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,389 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$193,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$511 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$690 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.1% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (55%) Conservative

Climate

Oceanic climate. Mild temperatures year-round with frequent rainfall and limited seasonal extremes. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 9 1 40
Feb 6 1 41
Mar 6 0 44
Apr 4 0 47
May 3 0 51
Jun 2 0 56
Jul 1 0 60
Aug 1 0 60
Sep 2 0 58
Oct 6 0 50
Nov 9 1 43
Dec 8 1 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

District Run Home School
<1 miles, S · 3.2star
Forks Intermediate School
<1 miles, SE · 2.3star
Insight School of Washington
<1 miles, S · 1.9star
Forks Junior-Senior High School
<1 miles, S · 2.8star
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Colleges

Peninsula College
46 miles, E · 1.4star
Grays Harbor College
74 miles, S · 1.4star
Olympic College
86 miles, SE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Forks Community Hospital
<1 miles, SW · 3.2star
Olympic Medical Center
46 miles, E · 5star
Grays Harbor Community Hospital
72 miles, S · 2.3star
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Airports

Bellingham International Airport
103 miles, E · 1.4star
Portland International Airport
184 miles, S · 3.7star
Mahlon Sweet Field
270 miles, S · 1.4star
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