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Beacon Hill, WA

Washington · Cowlitz County · Longview-Kelso Metro

Beacon Hill is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,978. Residents earn $82,639 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,978 Population 1,720/sq mi density
$82,639 Median Income $40,784 per capita
$363,500 Home Value $383,772 Zillow
$846 Median Rent 14.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr
365 Violent Crime/100K 6,322 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,639 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$363,500 home value, $846/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
365 violent crimes/100K (4% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,639
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $363,500
29% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 365/100K
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $846
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

How Beacon Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,978
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density1,720/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,639
Per Capita$40,784
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$7,231M
Commute18 min

Housing

A
Home Value$363,500
Rent$846
Ownership61.9%
Zillow$383,772
Housing Units613
Rent Burden14.9%

Crime

F
Violent365/100K
Property6,322/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking13.1%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation222 ft (68 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.09

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute18 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations6
Libraries6

Is Beacon Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beacon Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Beacon Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beacon Hill is $82,639, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beacon Hill is $363,500, 29% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Beacon Hill is below the national average at 365 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,322 per 100,000, 223% above the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Beacon Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Beacon Hill has a population of 1,978 with a density of 1,720 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 52% male. The city is predominantly White (71%), with 3.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.3% of residents, while 13.7% speak Spanish. 9.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,978
Total Population
1,720
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Beacon Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish 13.7%
2% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Beacon Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beacon Hill is $82,639, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,784. The average weekly wage is $1,300. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,712 business establishments, including 230 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Beacon Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,639
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,784
Avg Weekly Wage$1,300
IRS Avg AGI$77,507
Gini Index0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,712
County GDP$7,231M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare246
Retail326
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,997
43% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Beacon Hill is $363,500, 29% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $383,772. Homes sell for 101.2% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $846 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,180 for a one-bedroom to $1,472 for a two-bedroom apartment. 61.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 613 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $4,997 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 14.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$363,500
29% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$383,772
Median List Price$479,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$479,950
$/Sq Ft$205
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio101.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$846
27% below US avg
Rent Burden14.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.9%
Owner-Occupied61.9%
Renter-Occupied38.1%
Housing Units613
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,997
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Beacon Hill, 39.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 20.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,799. The dentist ratio is 1:1,722. 67.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Beacon Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma12.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,799
Dentists1:1,722
Mental Health1:175
Checkup Rate68.5%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities246
Beacon Hill has a violent crime rate of 365 per 100,000 residents, 4% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,322 per 100,000, 223% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Beacon Hill receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Beacon Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent364.8/100K
4% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,322.2/100K
223% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Beacon Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 222 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation222 ft (68 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,720/sq mi
Coordinates46.1712°N, 122.9207°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyCowlitz County County
Nearest AirportSouthwest Washington Regional (KLS)
4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.1"
27% above US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 9.02"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.06"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability36.2 / 100
Community Resilience59.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Volcano Relatively High
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 16, 2025.

Feb 28, 2001 7 km SSE of Longbranch, Washington M6.8 110 km
Jul 3, 1999 8 km N of Satsop, Washington M5.8 109 km
Mar 25, 1993 4 km E of Scotts Mills, Oregon M5.6 129 km
Jun 10, 2001 18 km N of Satsop, Washington M5.0 119 km
Jan 29, 1995 3 km WSW of Des Moines, Washington M5.0 142 km
Jun 29, 2002 6 km ENE of Government Camp, Oregon M4.5 134 km
Jul 22, 2001 4 km WSW of DuPont, Washington M4.3 104 km
Feb 14, 2011 31 km S of Morton, Washington M4.3 56 km
May 20, 1995 15 km NNE of Ashford, Washington M4.1 109 km
Feb 23, 2017 11 km NE of Hoodsport, Washington M4.1 146 km
Aug 16, 2004 16 km ENE of Packwood, Washington M4.0 124 km
Jun 15, 1994 1 km WNW of Hoodsport, Washington M4.0 139 km
Jun 6, 2021 6 km NE of Government Camp, Oregon M3.9 133 km
Jun 25, 2004 17 km W of Packwood, Washington M3.9 94 km
Sep 10, 1994 2 km SE of Enumclaw, Washington M3.9 134 km
Apr 24, 2003 3 km NW of North Portland, Oregon M3.9 62 km
Oct 1, 2004 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington M3.9 56 km
Jan 3, 2018 37 km SSE of Morton, Washington M3.9 67 km
Feb 8, 1995 9 km ESE of Hubbard, Oregon M3.8 116 km
Aug 3, 2006 2 km WNW of Cherry Grove, Washington M3.8 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

52 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 6 fatalities, 303 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 5, 1972 EF3 67 km 6
Oct 14, 2016 EF2 93 km 0
Dec 8, 1993 EF2 99 km 0
Nov 10, 1965 EF2 59 km 0
Dec 10, 2015 EF1 54 km 0
Oct 23, 2014 EF1 5 km 0
Jan 10, 2008 EF1 58 km 0
May 27, 2004 EF1 73 km 0
Oct 9, 2000 EF1 99 km 0
Nov 12, 1991 EF1 81 km 0
Nov 12, 1991 EF1 89 km 0
Jun 29, 1989 EF1 38 km 0
Mar 28, 1985 EF1 2 km 0
Oct 13, 1984 EF1 31 km 0
Aug 16, 1978 EF1 44 km 0
Oct 3, 1967 EF1 78 km 0
Oct 28, 2024 EF0 8 km 0
Oct 11, 2023 EF0 37 km 0
Sep 27, 2021 EF0 50 km 0
Mar 19, 2021 EF0 85 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 250.0 m (820 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1980 WASHINGTON Explosion 250.0 m 61 57 km
1894 PUYALLUP RIVER DELTA, TACOMA, WA Meteorological 3.0 m 2 129 km
1949 PUGET SOUND, WA Meteorological 2.4 m 129 km
1949 PUGET SOUND, WA Eruption + Earthquake 8 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: St. Helens (57 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
St. Helens Stratovolcano 2,549 m (8,363 ft) 2008 57 km
West Crater Volcanic field 1,329 m (4,360 ft) -5750 73 km
Indian Heaven Shield(s) 1,806 m (5,925 ft) -6250 89 km
Adams Stratovolcano 3,742 m (12,277 ft) 950 110 km
Rainier Stratovolcano 4,392 m (14,409 ft) 1450 117 km
Hood Stratovolcano 3,426 m (11,240 ft) 1866 130 km
Jefferson Stratovolcano 3,199 m (10,495 ft) 950 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: EAGLE CREEK (48,816 ac, 2017).

Year Name Acres Distance
2017 EAGLE CREEK 48,816 98 km
2020 BIG HOLLOW 24,243 70 km
2022 SIOUXON 2,551 67 km
2022 NAKIA CREEK 1,737 71 km
1991 FALLS 1,389 90 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 8.9 in
February 42°F (6°C) 6.5 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.5 in
April 49°F (9°C) 4.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
September 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 8.9 in
December 39°F (4°C) 9.0 in Coldest, Wettest

Beacon Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 39°F in December to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.0") and July the driest (1.1").

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Beacon Hill is located in Cowlitz County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 58.6% of the vote, a 19.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 246 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.09
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,720/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyCowlitz County County

Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Avg Download Speed116.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed32.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities246
Restaurants230
Retail Stores326

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%
Average costs for common services in Beacon Hill. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $268 ($161–$428)
Specialist Visit $375 ($214–$589)
Urgent Care Visit $214 ($107–$375)
Emergency Room Visit $2,354 ($856–$5,350)
Dental Cleaning $139 ($80–$214)
Dental Filling $268 ($161–$428)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $48 ($27–$80)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $80 ($54–$128)
Brake Pad Replacement $321 ($161–$535)
Tire Rotation $43 ($21–$80)
New Tires (Set of 4) $642 ($428–$1,070)
Battery Replacement $214 ($107–$375)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $107 ($64–$161)
Electrician (Per Hour) $96 ($54–$150)
HVAC Repair $428 ($161–$856)
HVAC System Install $7,490 ($4,280–$12,840)
Roof Repair $1,070 ($428–$2,140)
Roof Replacement $9,630 ($5,885–$16,050)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,605 ($535–$3,745)
Divorce (Contested) $16,050 ($5,350–$32,100)
DUI Defense $5,350 ($2,140–$10,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,605 ($856–$3,210)
Will Preparation $535 ($214–$1,070)
Trust Preparation $2,675 ($1,070–$5,350)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$107)
Hair Coloring (Full) $161 ($80–$268)
Manicure $27 ($16–$48)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$139)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.39 ($3.21–$5.89)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.75 ($2.68–$5.35)
Loaf of Bread $4.07 ($2.68–$5.89)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.82 ($3.21–$6.96)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.89 ($4.28–$8.03)
Rice (per lb) $1.07 ($0.64–$1.93)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $150 ($86–$268)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $75 ($32–$161)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $75 ($43–$128)
Internet (Monthly) $75 ($43–$107)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$107)
Cable TV (Monthly) $91 ($54–$161)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $214 ($80–$535)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,140 ($1,284–$3,745)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $75 ($32–$139)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.56–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $107 ($32–$268)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$80)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,284 ($642–$2,675)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,070 ($535–$2,140)
After-School Care (Monthly) $428 ($214–$749)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$107)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,070 ($428–$2,675)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,375 ($5,350–$32,100)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $64 ($32–$107)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $107 ($54–$214)
Dog Grooming $64 ($32–$107)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($21–$80)
Dog Spay/Neuter $321 ($161–$535)
Cat Spay/Neuter $214 ($107–$428)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,547
Toddler$1,078
Preschool$1,078
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,066
Toddler$889
Preschool$889
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cowlitz County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 7,250 139 $84,141 2.14
Health Care & Social Assistance 6,424 298 $63,595 1.09
Retail Trade 4,987 298 $40,541 1.21
Accommodation & Food Services 3,253 232 $26,051 0.87
Construction 3,235 400 $86,145 1.49
Administrative & Waste Services 1,546 154 $48,842 0.64
Professional & Technical Services 1,251 286 $94,902 0.44
Transportation & Warehousing 1,233 76 $139,676 0.71
Wholesale Trade 1,219 133 $83,138 0.75
Finance & Insurance 1,066 110 $82,733 0.64
Other Services 991 208 $47,386 0.80
Real Estate 439 94 $46,496 0.69
Arts & Entertainment 237 29 $24,236 0.34
Information & Technology 213 46 $84,617 0.28
Utilities 182 7 $144,902 1.16
Educational Services 157 34 $30,106 0.18
Management of Companies 60 4 $74,074 0.09

Radio Stations near Beacon Hill

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Beacon Hill

20 national parks and monuments found near Beacon Hill.

ParkTypeFee
Fort Columbia State Park Free
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site National Historic Site $10
Ike Kinswa State Park Free
Jackson House State Park Free
Lake Isabella State Park Free
Lake Sylvia State Park Free
Lewis & Clark State Park Free
Matilda N. Jackson State Park Free
Millersylvania Memorial State Park Free
Monticello Convention Site State Park Free
Nisqually State Park Free
Paradise Point State Park Free
Rainbow Falls State Park Free
Schafer State Park Free
Seaquest State Park Free
Tilton River State Park Free
Tolmie State Park Free
WA State Parks Headquarters State Park Free
Washougal River State Park Free
Willie Keil's Grave State Park Free

Museums in Beacon Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COWLITZ COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3605773119$246,045
COWLITZ COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3605773119$246,045
MOUNT ST HELENS CREATION INFORMATION CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3602745737$24,806
ART GALLERYART MUSEUM3605770544
SCIENCE AND LEARNING CENTER AT COLDWATERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
WOODLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM

Libraries in Beacon Hill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LONGVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY1600 LOUISIANA STREET0.0207,999
KELSO PUBLIC LIBRARY351 THREE RIVERS DRIVE, SUITE 12630.082,800
KALAMA PUBLIC LIBRARY312 N 1ST0.05,609
RAINIER CITY LIBRARY106 B ST0.04,237
CASTLE ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY137 COWLITZ ST W.0.01,480

Farmers Markets in Beacon Hill

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cowlitz County Community Farmers Market IIntersection of Broadway & CommerceVisit
Cowlitz County Community Farmers Market IICowlitz County FairgroundsVisit
Kelso Bridge Market351 Three Rivers Mall Drive05/01/2016 to 08/28/2016Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;

Hotels in Beacon Hill

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Aladdin Inn

Restaurants in Beacon Hill

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Potrillo
Mil Amores Taqueria
Papa Zuzu's Pizza
Papa Zuzu's Pizza
Plaza Jalisco
Stuffy's II Restaurant
Sun's Teriyaki
Sushi Channel
The Gifted Kitchen
Wasabi Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi
Yan's Chinese Restaurant

Cafes in Beacon Hill

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Backstage Cafe
Concessions
Cup of Jo's
Grounds for Opportunity
Kaffeine Cafe
Red Leaf Organic Coffee
Starbucks
The Espresso Express
The Happy Tree Cafe

Cinemas in Beacon Hill

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kelso Theater Pub

Clinics in Beacon Hill

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Longview Radiologists
PeaceHealth Family Medicine

Dentists in Beacon Hill

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental
Hilander Dental
Smiles Dental
Twin City Dental

Veterinaries in Beacon Hill

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Health Services
Riverside Animal Hospital

Train Stations in Beacon Hill

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kelso-Longview

Gas Stations in Beacon Hill

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cheveron
Chevron
Flying K
Flying K
Mobil
Shell
Texaco

Banks in Beacon Hill

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fibre Federal Credit Union
Red Canoe Credit Union
Twin City Bank

Breweries in Beacon Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brew ExpressBreweries, Appliances, Coffee & Tea ShopsPo Box 17268662685953Visit
Grumpy's TavernCocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants3225 Ocean Beach Hwy3606364322, 3604231866Visit

Cell Towers in Beacon Hill

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
500 BURMA ROAD (43497)MTOWER56
1 LAULAINEN ROAD (10929)LTOWER52
73438 NEER CITY RD (10931)LTOWER49
73438 NEER CITY RD (10931)LTOWER49
1919 CLOVERDALE ROAD SOUTH (83564)MTOWER32
1919 CLOVERDALE ROAD SOUTH (83564)MTOWER32

Bridges in Beacon Hill

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197912526,851G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198014026,851G
Truss (Thru)Steel continuous19511,71017,928F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20001,11510,700F
SlabPrestressed concrete2000534,100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous19802803,721F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete20231101,300G
SlabConcrete1997301,000G

Amtrak Stations in Beacon Hill

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Kelso-Longview, WA501 South First AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Beacon Hill

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
LONGVIEW FIBRE PAPER AND PACKAGING, INC300 FIBRE WAYCOWLITZ
LONGVIEW FIBRE PAPER AND PACKAGING, INC300 FIBRE WAYCOWLITZ
LONGVIEW FIBRE PAPER AND PACKAGING, INC300 FIBRE WAYCOWLITZ
MINT FARM GENERATION LLC1200 PRUDENTIAL BLVDCOWLITZ
MINT FARM GENERATION LLC1200 PRUDENTIAL BLVDCOWLITZ
WEYERHAEUSER CO - LONGVIEW FACILITY3401 INDUSTRIAL WAYCOWLITZ

Airports Near Beacon Hill

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Portland International AirportPDXLarge Airport
Portland Hillsboro AirportHIOMedium Airport
Portland Troutdale AirportTTDMedium Airport
Southwest Washington Regional AirportKLSMedium Airport
Apple Valley AirportSmall Airport
Asplund FieldSmall Airport
Auberge Des Fleurs AirportSmall Airport
Banas FieldSmall Airport
Becker FieldSmall Airport
Bero FieldSmall Airport
Brown's Cape Horn AirportSmall Airport
Bruce's AirportSmall Airport
Brush Prairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Burnt Ridge AirstripSmall Airport
Burnt Ridge Nursery AirstripSmall Airport
Cedars North AirparkSmall Airport
Chadwick AirportSmall Airport
Chehalis Centralia AirportCLSSmall Airport
Chinook Ultralight AirparkSmall Airport
Cougar Flat AirstripSmall Airport
Cougar Mountain AirfieldSmall Airport
Curtis AirportSmall Airport
Daybreak AirportSmall Airport
Dwight FieldSmall Airport
Ed Carlson Memorial Field South Lewis County AirportTDOSmall Airport
Evergreen North-South AirparkSmall Airport
Fantasy Field AirstripSmall Airport
Fly For Fun AirportSmall Airport
Fly JLA AirportSmall Airport
Flying B AirportSmall Airport
Flying K Bar J Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying K Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gilbert AirportSmall Airport
Goheen AirportSmall Airport
Grabhorn's AirportSmall Airport
Green Mountain STOLportSmall Airport
Grove FieldSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport
Hartley AirportSmall Airport
Harvey's Acres AirportSmall Airport
Hayden Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Holce & Oblack AirportSmall Airport
Jensen Road AirportSmall Airport
Karpens AirportSmall Airport
Kimbrel Farm AirportSmall Airport
La Center View-Air AirportSmall Airport
Lehman FieldSmall Airport
Mc Kinnon AirparkSmall Airport
McClellan FieldSmall Airport
Michair AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Beacon Hill

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office312 Southwest 1st Avenue
Vader Police Department

Grocery Stores in Beacon Hill

21 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Allen Food MartConvenience Store500 Allen St
Boondox Gas And GroceryConvenience Store705 W Cowlitz Way
Carnival Market 1Convenience Store829 Westside Hwy
Country Village NutritionGrocery Store1052 Washington Way
Cowlitz Community Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets1900 7th Ave
Cowlitz Community Farmers MarketFarmers and MarketsBroadway St & 15th Ave
Daily StoreConvenience Store1012 Pacific Ave N
Dollar Tree 2102Other780 Ocean Beach Hwy
El SembradorGrocery Store205 Oak St
Handy Fuel Mart and DeliConvenience Store1410 Ocean Beach Hwy
HILLCREST STOREConvenience Store3003 Columbia Heights Rd
Hilltop MarketConvenience Store604 Burcham St
Holts MartConvenience Store400 Pacific Ave N
Hudson Mart & GasConvenience Store1246 3rd Ave
Kelso FlywaysConvenience Store103 W Main St
Longview ChevronConvenience Store1427 Ocean Beach Hwy
Longview Grocery Outlet 80Super Store920 Ocean Beach Hwy
Papa Murphy's Take N Bake Pizza WA154Specialty Store945 Washington Way
Quick StopConvenience Store807 Pacific Ave S
Rocky Point MarketConvenience Store2000 Pacific Ave N
SVS Market 2Convenience Store1155 Washington Way

Treatment Centers in Beacon Hill

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A New SafehavenSubstance Abuse360-577-4340
Awakenings IncBoth360-423-2806
Columbia Wellness - Longview MainMental Health360-423-0203
Columbia Wellness - Outpatient and WRCBoth360-423-0203
Community Integrated Health ServiceSubstance Abuse800-392-6298
Community Integrated Health ServicesBoth855-303-4834
CORE Health - Ascent Youth Activity CenterBoth360-998-2047
CORE Health - MainBoth360-200-5419
Sea Mar Behavioral Health - Kelso/Sea Mar Community Health CentersMental Health360-261-7020 x39982

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beacon Hill

What is the population of Beacon Hill?

Beacon Hill has a population of 1,978 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 1,720 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48% female and 52% male.

Is Beacon Hill expensive to live in?

Beacon Hill is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $82,639, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $363,500 (29% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Beacon Hill safe?

Beacon Hill is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 365 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,322 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Beacon Hill receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Beacon Hill?

Beacon Hill has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Beacon Hill?

The job market in Beacon Hill is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,300. There are 2,712 business establishments in the area, including 230 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 2.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Beacon Hill?

The median home value in Beacon Hill is $363,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $383,772. For renters, the median monthly rent is $846. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.9%. The average annual property tax is $4,997.

How are the schools in Beacon Hill?

Schools in Beacon Hill score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.6% of adults in Beacon Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Beacon Hill?

The obesity rate in Beacon Hill is 39.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 20.5% are physically inactive. 28.7% of residents report depression. 9.2% lack health insurance. 67.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,799.

What is transportation like in Beacon Hill?

The average commute in Beacon Hill is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Beacon Hill?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Beacon Hill is 71% White, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino. 86.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.7% speak Spanish. 9.3% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

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