Ridgefield School District, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
23,820 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$116,430 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$615,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$716 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,884 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (46%) 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 7 1 38
Feb 5 1 40
Mar 5 0 45
Apr 4 0 49
May 3 0 55
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 8 0 43
Dec 8 1 37

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Ridgefield High School
<1 miles, SW · 4.1star
View Ridge Middle School
<1 miles, S · 3.7star
Union Ridge Elementary
2 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Colleges

Clark College
12 miles, S · 1.4star
University of Portland
16 miles, SW · 3.7star
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Hospitals

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
18 miles, S · 3.2star
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Airports

Portland International Airport
16 miles, S · 3.7star
Mahlon Sweet Field
118 miles, SW · 1.4star
Roberts Field
131 miles, S · 1.4star
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