Birch Bay, WA
Washington · Island County
Birch Bay is a small city in Washington with a population of 11,103. Residents earn $77,120 per year, which is 3% above the national average.
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How Birch Bay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Birch Bay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Birch Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Birch Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Birch Bay is $77,120, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Birch Bay is $439,100, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Birch Bay is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 40 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,284 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.
Education
30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Birch Bay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Birch Bay vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Birch Bay vs U.S. Average
Income: Birch Bay vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,120 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,631 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,133 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,592 |
| Gini Index | 0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,142 |
| County GDP | $4,664M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Healthcare | 188 |
| Retail | 230 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 107.00 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $439,100 |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $534,076 |
| Median List Price | $565,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $565,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $371 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.5% |
| Price Drops | 12.1% |
| Inventory | 66 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,201 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 34.3% |
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
| Homeownership | 81.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 18.9% |
| Housing Units | 5,942 |
| Median Year Built | 1991 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-26)
Health Metrics: Birch Bay vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 27.1% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.0% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 11.4% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.8% |
| Depression | 30.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Short Sleep | 30.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.3% |
| Uninsured | 7.7% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,242 |
| Dentists | 1:1,312 |
| Mental Health | 1:305 |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Dental Visits | 66.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,965/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 188 |
Crime Rates: Birch Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 40.3/100K |
| 89% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,283.6/100K |
| 68% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 650/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.9234°N, 122.7453°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Island County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bellingham International (BLI) 13 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 78.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 36.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively High |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Tsunami | Very Low |
| Volcano | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK | Meteorological | 38.0 m | — | 81 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 117 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (70 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 70 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 105 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 150 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.1 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
Birch Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 38°F in December to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (1.6").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.9% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 11.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 650/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.2 sq mi |
| County | Island County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 85.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 128.1 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 32.8 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 188 |
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Retail Stores | 230 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,571 |
| Toddler | $1,257 |
| Preschool | $1,257 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,194 |
| Toddler | $1,013 |
| Preschool | $1,013 |
Top Industries in Island County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Food Services | 2,269 | 172 | $29,322 | 1.37 |
| Retail Trade | 2,200 | 184 | $40,823 | 1.21 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 2,122 | 178 | $48,025 | 0.81 |
| Construction | 1,260 | 339 | $62,068 | 1.31 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 1,030 | 290 | $124,267 | 0.81 |
| Other Services | 818 | 202 | $44,708 | 1.49 |
| Manufacturing | 704 | 65 | $62,560 | 0.47 |
| Educational Services | 473 | 53 | $34,891 | 1.25 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 398 | 49 | $25,706 | 1.30 |
| Finance & Insurance | 343 | 92 | $121,470 | 0.46 |
| Real Estate | 298 | 78 | $44,146 | 1.05 |
| Wholesale Trade | 262 | 72 | $77,199 | 0.36 |
| Information & Technology | 252 | 53 | $92,992 | 0.74 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 121 | 20 | $54,586 | 0.16 |
| Utilities | 81 | 13 | $102,058 | 1.17 |
Radio Stations near Birch Bay
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80's New Wave Radio (CA) | 80's, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Music Pacific (Vancouver) MP3 Stream (CA) | blues, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Vancouver, BC (MP3 stream) (CA) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKYE-FM 93.1 "Red FM" Vancouver, BC (CA) | 13 languages, multicultural | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CJVB-AM 1470 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC (CA) | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| CHKG-FM 96.1 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC (CA) | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC (CA) | smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SHER E PUNJAB AM 600 (CA) | abbotsford, punjab | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CHLG-FM 104.3 "The Breeze" - Vancouver, BC (CA) | new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary | AAC 132 kbps | |
| CJJR 93.7 "JR Country" Vancouver, BC (CA) | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Ritmo X99 (CA) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Anacortes Music Project | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC (CA) | campus radio, student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Bonita X101 (CA) | 2000s, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC (CA) | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC (CA) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC (CA) | classic hits, community radio | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RED FM (CA) | media discussion, punjabi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CIVL-FM 103.9 University of the Fraser Valley - Abbotsford, BC (CA) | campus radio, university radio | MP3 | |
| Praise 106.5 | christian contemporary | MP3 64 kbps | |
| KARI-AM 550 | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Birch Bay
42 campgrounds found near Birch Bay.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder Flats | — | — | Free |
| Alouette Campground | — | — | Free |
| Alouette Groupsite | — | — | Free |
| Alouette River Marine Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Boulder Bay Site | — | — | Free |
| Breezy Bay Clifftop Camping | — | — | Free |
| Cabbage Island Campsite (BCMT) [CLOSED] | — | — | Free |
| Camp Coyote Outdoor Group Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Camp Elkgrove | — | — | Free |
| Cypress Point | — | — | Free |
| Dark Creek Marine Campsite | — | — | Free |
| East Beach Marine Campround | — | — | Free |
| Edgewater Bar Campground | — | — | Free |
| Encampment | — | — | Free |
| Gold Creek Campground | — | — | Free |
| Golden Ears Groupsite | — | — | Free |
| Halfmoon Beach Campground | — | — | Free |
| Hazelmere RV Park & Campground | — | — | Free |
| Lower Kearsley Creek Recreation Site | — | — | Free |
| Lower Kearsley Creek Recreation Site Equestrian Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Mount Seymour Group Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Moyer Creek Marine Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Muskrat Meadows | — | — | Free |
| Narvaez Bay Campsite (BCMT) | — | — | Free |
| North Beach Campground | — | — | Free |
| North Twin Campground | — | — | Free |
| Raven Creek Marine Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Raven's Nest Outdoor Group Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Raven's Nest Outdoor Group Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Robie Reid Tarns | — | — | Free |
| Rock Creek Recreation Site | — | — | Free |
| Rocky Point Recreation Site | — | — | Free |
| Rolley Lake Campground | — | — | Free |
| Sapperton Dyke | — | — | Free |
| Sayres Lake Recreation Site | — | — | Free |
| South Sayres Group Site | — | — | Free |
| Stave Island Dispersed Site | — | — | Free |
| Sun Valley Trout Park | — | — | Free |
| The Narrows Marine Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Viewpoint Beach Campground | — | — | Free |
| Widgeon Creek Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Woodlands Groupsite | — | — | Free |
National Parks Near Birch Bay
201 national parks and monuments found near Birch Bay.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 131B - Greenbelt | Free | |
| 34G - Greenbelt | Free | |
| 42B - Greenbelt | Free | |
| 77G - Tot-Lot | Free | |
| Adams Road Park | Free | |
| Alice Lake Provincial Park | Free | |
| Annieville Lions Park | Free | |
| Apodaca Provincial Park | Free | |
| Arbutus Park | Free | |
| Aspen Park | Free | |
| Bakerview Park | Free | |
| Bamberton Provincial Park | Free | |
| Barry Mather Park | Free | |
| Bay Ridge Park | Free | |
| Bay View | State Park | Free |
| Bayview Park | Free | |
| Bear Creek Park | Free | |
| Bear Creek Park | Free | |
| Bear Creek Recreation Site | Free | |
| Beaver Creek Heights Park | Free | |
| Beaver Creek Park | Free | |
| Beaver Point Provincial Park | Free | |
| Bell Park | Free | |
| Bellhouse Provincial Park | Free | |
| Berkshire Park | Free | |
| Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre Park | Free | |
| Birch Bay | State Park | Free |
| Blackie Spit Park | Free | |
| Blackie Spit Park | Free | |
| Bodega Ridge Provincial Park | Free | |
| Bonaccord Park | Free | |
| Boothroyd Park | Free | |
| Brackendale Eagles Provincial Park | Free | |
| Briarwood Park | Free | |
| Burgoyne Bay Provincial Park | Free | |
| Burrows Island | State Park | Free |
| Cama Beach | State Park | Free |
| Camano Island | State Park | Free |
| Cascade Peninsula Recreation Site | Free | |
| Cedar Grove Park | Free | |
| Chantrell Creek Park | Free | |
| Chilliwack River Provincial Park | Free | |
| Claude Harvie Park | Free | |
| Clayton Park | Free | |
| Clover Ridge Park | Free | |
| Cloverdale Athletic Park | Free | |
| Cloverdale Ball Park | Free | |
| Colebrook Park | Free | |
| Collinson Point Provincial Park | Free | |
| Cory Drive Park | Free | |
| Cougar Creek Park | Free | |
| Crescent Park | Free | |
| Cultus Lake Provincial Park | Free | |
| Cypress Provincial Park | Free | |
| Cypress Provincial Park | Free | |
| Darts Hill Garden Park | Free | |
| Davis Lake Provincial Park | Free | |
| Deception Pass | State Park | Free |
| Delta View Park | Free | |
| Delview Park | Free | |
| Dionisio Point Provincial Park | Free | |
| Discovery Island Marine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Dominion Park | Free | |
| Don Christian Park | Free | |
| Double Bluff State Park | State Park | Free |
| Douglas Park | Free | |
| Drumbeg Provincial Park | Free | |
| Dugualla | State Park | Free |
| East View Park | Free | |
| Ebey's Landing | State Park | Free |
| Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve | National Historical Reserve | Free |
| Everett Jetty | State Park | Free |
| Eves Provincial Park | Free | |
| Fergus Watershed Biodiversity Preserve | Free | |
| Ferry Island Provincial Park | Free | |
| Fort Casey | State Park | Free |
| Fort Ebey | State Park | Free |
| Fort Flagler | State Park | Free |
| Fort Langley National Historic Site | Free | |
| Fort Townsend | State Park | Free |
| Fort Worden | State Park | Free |
| Francis Lake Harrison Recreation Site | Free | |
| Frank Hurt Park | Free | |
| Fun Fun Park | Free | |
| Goldstream Provincial Park | Free | |
| Goodrich Place Park | Free | |
| Gowlland Tod Provincial Park | Free | |
| Grace Lake Recreation Site | Free | |
| Green Timbers Urban Forest | Free | |
| Greenaway Park | Free | |
| Guildford Heights Park | Free | |
| Gunderson Park | Free | |
| Hale Creek Recreation Site | Free | |
| Halkett Bay Marine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Hayle Place Park | Free | |
| Hazelnut Meadows Community Park | Free | |
| Hellings Park | Free | |
| Hi-Knoll Park | Free | |
| Hjorth Road Park | Free | |
| Holland Park | Free | |
| Huff Boulevard Park | Free | |
| Huntington Park | Free | |
| Indian Arm Provincial Park | Free | |
| Jessie Lee Park | Free | |
| Joe Brown Park | Free | |
| John Dean Park | Free | |
| John Oliver Park | Free | |
| John Tompson Park | Free | |
| John Tompson Park | Free | |
| Johnston Heights Park | Free | |
| Joseph Whidbey | State Park | Free |
| Kabaddi Park | Free | |
| Kilby Provincial Park | Free | |
| Kinney Point | State Park | Free |
| Koksilah River Provincial Park | Free | |
| Kukutali Preserve State Park Heritage Site | State Park | Free |
| Kwomais Point Park | Free | |
| Laronde Park | Free | |
| Larrabee | State Park | Free |
| Lionel Courchene Park | Free | |
| Long Island Bay Recreation Site | Free | |
| Lynn Headwaters Regional Park | Free | |
| Mackie Park | Free | |
| McKenzie Park | Free | |
| McKitrick Park | Free | |
| Meagan Anne MacDougall Park | Free | |
| Memory Island Provincial Park | Free | |
| Meridian By The Sea Park | Free | |
| Miller Peninsula | State Park | Free |
| Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Mount Elphinstone Provincial Park | Free | |
| Mount Erskine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Mount Maxwell Provincial Park | Free | |
| Mount Pilchuck | State Park | Free |
| Mud Bay Park | Free | |
| Murrin Provincial Park | Free | |
| Mystery Bay | State Park | Free |
| Newton Athletic Park | Free | |
| Nichol Estates Park | Free | |
| North Ridge Park | Free | |
| Ocean Cliff Park | Free | |
| Panorama Park | Free | |
| Peace Arch | State Park | Free |
| Peace Arch Provincial Park | Free | |
| Peter Pan Park | Free | |
| Pinecone Burke Provincial Park | Free | |
| Pirates Cove Marine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Plumper Cove Marine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Porteau Cove Provincial Park | Free | |
| Provinceton Park | Free | |
| Puss in Boots Park | Free | |
| Queen Mary Park | Free | |
| Rasar | State Park | Free |
| Reid Islet Recreation Site | Free | |
| Roberts Creek Provincial Park | Free | |
| Rolley Lake Provincial Park | Free | |
| Rothschild House | State Park | Free |
| Royal Kwantlen Park | Free | |
| Ruckle Provincial Park | Free | |
| Saddlebag Island | State Park | Free |
| San Juan Island National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Sayres Lake Recreation Site | Free | |
| Sechelt Inlets Marine Provincial Park - Thornhill Site | Free | |
| Senator Reid Park | Free | |
| Sequim Bay | State Park | Free |
| Shannon Falls Provincial Park | Free | |
| Sir Thomas Lipton Park | Free | |
| Sooke Mountain Provincial Park | Free | |
| Sooke Potholes Provincial Park | Free | |
| South Whidbey | State Park | Free |
| Southmere Village Park | Free | |
| Spectacle Lake Provincial Park | Free | |
| Stawamus Chief Protected Area | Free | |
| Stawamus Chief Provincial Park | Free | |
| Sullivan Heights Park | Free | |
| Sunbury Park | Free | |
| Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park | Free | |
| Sunrise Lake Recreation Site | Free | |
| Sunrise Ridge Park | Free | |
| Sunshine Hills Park | Free | |
| Tamanawis Park | Free | |
| Tantalus Provincial Park | Free | |
| Tetrahedron Provincial Park | Free | |
| Todd Crescent Park | Free | |
| Tom Binnie Park | Free | |
| Twenty Mile Bay Recreation Site | Free | |
| Useless Bay State Park Property | State Park | Free |
| WA State Parks Northwest | State Park | Free |
| Wade Road Park | Free | |
| Wakes Cove Provincial Park | Free | |
| Wallace Island Marine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Ware Park | Free | |
| Watson Park | Free | |
| Weaver Lake Recreation Site | Free | |
| West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park | Free | |
| Westview Park | Free | |
| Whaleboat Island Marine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Whalley Reservoir Park | Free | |
| William Beagle Park | Free | |
| Wolf Lake Recreation Site | Free | |
| Wood Lake Recreation Site | Free |
Trails Near Birch Bay
9 trails found near Birch Bay.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Pond Loop | — | — | — | — | |
| Steelhead Falls Trail | — | — | — | — | |
| Hoover Lake Trail | — | — | — | — | |
| 79 Grind Trail | — | — | — | — | |
| The Trans Canada Trail | — | — | — | — | |
| Bridle Trail | — | — | — | — | |
| Diez Vistas Trail | — | — | — | — | |
| Lakeview Trail | — | — | — | — | |
| Halvor Lunden (Eagle Ridge) Trail | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Birch Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FERNDALE FOSSIL COMPANY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3603844209 | $152,326 | |
| LUMMI ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 3560 SUNRISE ROAD P O BOX 158 | 3607587997 | $151,837 |
| ORCAS ISLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3603764849 | $115,935 | |
| ORCAS ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 181 NORTH BEACH ROAD PO BOX 134 | 3603764849 | $115,935 |
| DRAYTON HARBOR MARITIME | GENERAL MUSEUM | $28,916 | ||
| OLD SETTLERS ASSOCIATION OF WHATCOM COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $22,118 | ||
| FAIRHAVEN HISTORICAL DISTRICT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3607381574 | ||
| FERNDALE HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2004 CHERRY STREET | 3603846461 | |
| HILL HOUSE MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2093696073 | ||
| LAMBIEL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3603764544 | ||
| LUMMI INDIAN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3603842246 | ||
| OLGA STRAWBERRY COUNCIL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 217 MAIN STREET | 3603764408 | |
| ORCAS SETTLERS MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| SEMIHMOO LIGHTHOUSE RESURRECTION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BC Farm Museum | ||||
| Canadian Museum of Flight | ||||
| Cloverdale Station | ||||
| Cloverdale Station | ||||
| Fort Langley | ||||
| Fort Langley CN Station | ||||
| Museum of Surrey | ||||
| Museum of Surrey | ||||
| Nature House at Red Barn | ||||
| Stewart Farmhouse | ||||
| Stewart Farmhouse | ||||
| Surrey Archives | ||||
| Surrey Archives | ||||
| White Rock Museum & Archives | ||||
| White Rock Museum & Archives |
Libraries in Birch Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHATCOM COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM | 5205 NORTHWEST DRIVE | 0.0 | 840,298 | |||
| ORCAS ISLAND LIBRARY DISTRICT | 500 ROSE STREET | 0.0 | 134,715 | |||
| Brookswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dean Drysdale Library - Walnut Grove | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fort Langley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: City of Langley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: George Mackie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Murrayville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Muriel Arnason Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Norma Marion Alloway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ocean Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Semiahmoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Semiahmoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Clayton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Clayton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Cloverdale Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Port Kells Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Strawberry Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strawberry Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| White Rock Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Birch Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Farmers Market | Riverwalk Park | ||||
| Fort Langley Village Farmers' Market | |||||
| Orcas Island Farmers Market | Eastsound Village Green | 05/04/2013 to 11/23/2013 | Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Visit | |
| The Cloverdale Market | |||||
| The Cloverdale Market | |||||
| White Rock Farmers' Market |
Hotels in Birch Bay
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Birch Bay
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Birch Bay
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Birch Bay
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Birch Bay
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Birch Bay
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Birch Bay
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Birch Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Dogs Brewing | ||||
| 3 Dogs Brewing | ||||
| Camp Beer | ||||
| Copper Kettle Wine & Beer | ||||
| Dead Frog Brewery | ||||
| Farm Country Brewing | ||||
| Five Roads Brewing | ||||
| Frank & Stein Dogs & Draft | American, Hot Dogs, Ferndale, WA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Ferndale Brewers, (1), , wholesale, ma | 2030 Main St | 3603830707 | |
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Island Hoppin' Brewery | Restaurant, Food & Drink, Brewery and Beer Garden, Breweries, Wineries | 33 Hope Ln | 3603766079 | |
| Locality Brewing | ||||
| Russell Brewing | ||||
| Russell Brewing | ||||
| The Beer Shack | ||||
| Trading Post Brewery and Tasting Room | ||||
| Wheels and Wine | Brewery Tours, Wine Tours & Tastings, Tours, Food & Drink | 6224 Malloy Ave | 13602241016 | |
| White Rock Beach Beer Brewery | ||||
| White Rock Beach Beer Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Birch Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Stadium | ||
| Stetson Bowl |
Ski Resorts Near Birch Bay
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Seymour | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grouse Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Cypress Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Cell Towers in Birch Bay
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| HORSHESHOE AND MOUNT CONSTITUTION (11375) | GTOWER | 78 |
| HORSHESHOE AND MOUNT CONSTITUTION (11375) | GTOWER | 78 |
| 6065 Kickerville Road (11408) | LTOWER | 63 |
| 6065 Kickerville Road (11408) | LTOWER | 63 |
| 3595 SUNRISE RD (11356) | LTOWER | 51 |
| 3595 SUNRISE RD (11356) | LTOWER | 51 |
| 5690 SEMIAHMOO PARKWAY (11358) | MTOWER | 45 |
| 5690 SEMIAHMOO PARKWAY (11358) | MTOWER | 45 |
Bridges in Birch Bay
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 2011 | 31 | 5,048 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1924 | 104 | 3,717 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Steel | 1987 | 50 | 2,184 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1975 | 62 | 1,037 | P | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Wood or Timber | 1956 | 169 | 951 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 2003 | 31 | 897 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1963 | 31 | 135 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1922 | 85 | 12 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Birch Bay
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bellingham, WA | 401 Harris Avenue | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Birch Bay
3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BP CHERRY POINT REFINERY | 4519 GRANDVIEW RD | WHATCOM |
| CONOCOPHILLIPS CO FERNDALE REFINERY | 3901 UNICK RD | WHATCOM |
| CONOCOPHILLIPS CO FERNDALE REFINERY | 3901 UNICK RD | WHATCOM |
Airports Near Birch Bay
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Abbotsford International Airport | YXX | Medium Airport |
| Bellingham International Airport | BLI | Medium Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Orcas Island Airport | ESD | Medium Airport |
| Pitt Meadows Regional Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Whidbey Island Naval Air Station (Ault Field) | NUW | Medium Airport |
| Acme Field | — | Small Airport |
| AJ Eisenberg Airport | ODW | Small Airport |
| Allan Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anacortes Airport | OTS | Small Airport |
| Arrowhead Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barker Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bayview Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Becker's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blakely Island Airport | BYW | Small Airport |
| Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone | — | Small Airport |
| Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Butler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Camano Island Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Center Island Airport | CWS | Small Airport |
| Clam Harbor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coupeville Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Coupeville Nolf Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crane Island Airstrip | CKR | Small Airport |
| Crow Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cypress Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur /Jones/ Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur Shores Airport | DTR | Small Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Eliza Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Floathaven Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Langley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Horse Fly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| J C's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kendall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| King Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Mist Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Birch Bay
15 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blaine Border Patrol Station | 1580 H Street | |
| CBP Bellingham Border Patrol Station | 1431 Sunset Avenue | |
| Cloverdale - District 4 Community Police Office | ||
| Cloverdale - District 4 Community Police Office | ||
| Langley RCMP | ||
| Langley RCMP (Brookswood) | ||
| Langley RCMP (City CPO) | ||
| Langley RCMP (Willowbrook CPO) | ||
| Newton - District 3 Community Police Office | ||
| North Delta Police Station | ||
| North Delta Police Station | ||
| South Surrey - District 5 Community Police Office | ||
| South Surrey - District 5 Community Police Office | ||
| Surrey Police Service Headquarters | ||
| White Rock RCMP |
Grocery Stores in Birch Bay
3 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| BAY CENTER MARKET | Grocery Store | 8050 Harborview Rd |
| Beachwood Park General Store | Convenience Store | 5000 Helweg Rd |
| Starvin' Sam's XVII 17 | Convenience Store | 8495 Harborview Rd |
Treatment Centers in Birch Bay
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bayshore Therapy & Rehabilitation | ||
| Bellingham Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - WCHS Inc | Substance Abuse | 360-450-5025 |
| John Volken Academy | ||
| Sea Mar Community Health Centers - Whatcom County | Both | 360-734-5458 |
| Synergy Rehab |
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What is the population of Birch Bay?
Birch Bay has a population of 11,103 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 650 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.1% female and 53.9% male.
Is Birch Bay expensive to live in?
Birch Bay 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 $77,120, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $439,100 (56% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Birch Bay safe?
Birch Bay is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 40 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,284 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Birch Bay receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Birch Bay?
Birch Bay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.
How is the job market in Birch Bay?
The job market in Birch Bay is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,133. There are 2,142 business establishments in the area, including 163 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Birch Bay?
The median home value in Birch Bay is $439,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $534,076. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,201. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.1%. The average annual property tax is $6,447.
How are the schools in Birch Bay?
Schools in Birch Bay score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.9% of adults in Birch Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Birch Bay?
The obesity rate in Birch Bay is 27.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 15.8% are physically inactive. 30.2% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance. 82.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,242.
What is transportation like in Birch Bay?
The average commute in Birch Bay is 27 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.
What are the demographics of Birch Bay?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Birch Bay is 80.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 2.8% Hispanic or Latino. 89.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.4% speak Spanish. 10.5% of the population are military veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.
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