Custer, WA
Washington · Island County
Custer is a small town in Washington with a population of 266. Residents earn $130,179 per year, which is 73% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How Custer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Custer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Custer receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Custer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Custer is $130,179, which is significantly higher than the national average / 73% above $75,149. This places Custer among higher-income communities. At 17.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Custer is $540,400, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Custer is below the national average at 215 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,888 per 100,000, 47% above the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Custer 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
Custer vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Custer vs U.S. Average
Income: Custer vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $130,179 |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,213 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,133 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,592 |
| Gini Index | 0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 17.9% |
| 397% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% 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 | 1.19% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $540,400 |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $645,640 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 30.7% |
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 | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 131 |
| Median Year Built | 2001 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.19% |
Health Metrics: Custer vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 26.2% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.0% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 9.9% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 20.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.9% |
| Depression | 29.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Short Sleep | 30.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.1% |
| Uninsured | 8.2% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,242 |
| Dentists | 1:1,312 |
| Mental Health | 1:305 |
| Checkup Rate | 68.4% |
| Dental Visits | 67.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,965/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 188 |
Crime Rates: Custer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 214.8/100K |
| 43% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 2,888.3/100K |
| 47% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Traffic Accidents | 36 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 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 | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 119/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.9129°N, 122.6370°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Island County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bellingham International (BLI) 9 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 | — | 77 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 120 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 62 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 108 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
Custer has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 37°F in December to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.4") and July the driest (1.7").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Traffic Accidents | 36 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 18.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 119/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| County | Island County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| 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 | 21.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
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 |
Schools in Custer
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custer Elem | Elementary | 329 | 22 | 15.0:1 |
Radio Stations near Custer
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 Custer
41 campgrounds found near Custer.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder Flats | — | — | Free |
| Alouette Campground | — | — | Free |
| Alouette Groupsite | — | — | Free |
| Alouette River Marine Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Boulder Bay Site | — | — | Free |
| Cabbage Island Campsite (BCMT) [CLOSED] | — | — | Free |
| Camp Coyote Outdoor Group Campsite | — | — | Free |
| Camp Elkgrove | — | — | Free |
| Camp Sumas | — | — | Free |
| Cypress Point | — | — | 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 |
| Rock Creek Recreation Site | — | — | Free |
| Rocky Point Recreation Site | — | — | Free |
| Rolley Lake Campground | — | — | Free |
| Salisbury Lake | — | — | 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 Custer
193 national parks and monuments found near Custer.
| 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 | |
| Bridal Veil Falls Provincial 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 | |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 |
| Sasquatch Provincial 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Wallace Island Marine Provincial Park | Free | |
| Ware Park | Free | |
| Watson Park | Free | |
| Weaver Lake Recreation Site | Free | |
| Westview Park | Free | |
| Whalley Reservoir Park | Free | |
| William Beagle Park | Free | |
| Wolf Lake Recreation Site | Free | |
| Wood Lake Recreation Site | Free |
Trails Near Custer
12 trails found near Custer.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Pond Loop | — | — | — | — | |
| Chadsey Lake Trail | — | — | — | — | |
| Dewdney Grind South | — | — | — | — | |
| Dewdney Grind North | — | — | — | — | |
| 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 Custer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHATCOM MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 250 FLORA ST | 3607788930 | $890,299 |
| WHATCOM MUSEUM FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3607788930 | $890,299 | |
| WHATCOM MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND ART | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3607788930 | $890,299 | |
| AMERICAN MUSEUM OF RADIO AND ELECTRICITY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 3607383886 | $155,883 | |
| 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 |
| WASHINGTON ART CONSORTIUM | ART MUSEUM | 516 HIGH STREET MS 9068 | 3606502234 | $117,823 |
| LYNDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 3603543675 | $106,058 | |
| NORTHWEST DISCOVERY PROJECT | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 3606712431 | $67,444 | |
| DRAYTON HARBOR MARITIME | GENERAL MUSEUM | $28,916 | ||
| WHATCOM COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $23,203 | ||
| OLD SETTLERS ASSOCIATION OF WHATCOM COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $22,118 | ||
| BELLINGHAM INTERNATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 800 CORNWALL AVENUE | 3605924112 | |
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM NORTHWEST | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | |||
| 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 | ||
| SEMIHMOO LIGHTHOUSE RESURRECTION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SPANEL PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 3606503000 | ||
| SPARK MUSEUM OF ELECTRICAL INVENTION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1312 BAY ST | ||
| THEBELLINGHAM RAILWAY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 3603937540 | ||
| VIKING UNION GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 3606506534 | ||
| WESTERN GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| WESTERN GALLERY & OUTDOOR SCULPTURE COLLECTION | ART MUSEUM | 2066503963 | ||
| WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 3606503000 | ||
| WHATCOM MARITIME HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| Aldergrove Community Archives & Telephone Museum | ||||
| Canadian Museum of Flight | ||||
| Cloverdale Station | ||||
| Cloverdale 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 Custer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHATCOM COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM | 5205 NORTHWEST DRIVE | 0.0 | 840,298 | |||
| BELLINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 210 CENTRAL AVE | 0.0 | 830,909 | |||
| Brookswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Aldergrove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: City of Langley 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 | |||||
| Strawberry Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strawberry Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| White Rock Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Custer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingham Farmers Market | 1207 10th Street | 06/06/2018 to 08/29/2018 | Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Ferndale Farmers Market | Riverwalk Park | ||||
| Hop Loi Market and BBQ House | |||||
| Lynden Farmers Market | 4th and Grover Street at Centennial Park | 06/01/2019 to 09/28/2019 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| The Cloverdale Market | |||||
| The Cloverdale Market | |||||
| White Rock Farmers' Market |
Restaurants in Custer
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Custer
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Custer
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Custer
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Custer
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Custer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Dogs Brewing | ||||
| 3 Dogs Brewing | ||||
| Aslan Brewing Company | sign, services, manufacture, contractor, electric, Brewers, contractors, construction | 1330 N Forest St | 3606710771, 3607782088 | Visit |
| Camp Beer | ||||
| Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen | Restaurant, Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries | 601 W Holly St | 3607523377 | Visit |
| Copper Kettle Wine & Beer | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Gruff Brewing | Brewers | 104 E Maple St | 3607340115 | |
| Kulshan Brewing Co | Brewers | 2238 James St | 3603895348, 3607339135 | Visit |
| Kulshan K2 | Brewery Roosevelt | 1537 Kentucky St | ||
| Locality Brewing | ||||
| Pedal Party Nw | City Tours, Brewery Tours, Bike Tours, Tours, Outdoor Activities, Food & Drink, More | 501 Meador St | 13602250822 | |
| Russell Brewing | ||||
| Russell Brewing | ||||
| Samson Estates Winery | Brewers, Wineries | 1861 Van Dyk Rd | 3609667787 | Visit |
| Temple Bar The | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 306 W Champion St | Visit | |
| The Beer Shack | ||||
| Trading Post Brewery and Tasting Room | ||||
| Wander Brewing | Beer Makers Equipment & Supplies, Brewers | 1807 Dean Ave | 3606476152 | Visit |
| 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 Custer
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Stadium | ||
| Stetson Bowl |
Ski Resorts Near Custer
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Seymour | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grouse Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sasquatch Mountain Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Cypress Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
EV Charging Stations in Custer
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-5 Custer SB Rest Area | 3063 Creasy Rd | EVCS | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Custer
| 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 |
| 8976 Double Ditch Road (110278) | MTOWER | 38 |
| 8976 Double Ditch Road (110278) | MTOWER | 38 |
Bridges in Custer
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1961 | 272 | 10,381 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1963 | 238 | 1,500 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1965 | 31 | 1,500 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1950 | 29 | 1,500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1962 | 270 | 1,166 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 53 | 1,149 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 53 | 1,149 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1934 | 75 | 1,033 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1950 | 31 | 844 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1954 | 31 | 843 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1956 | 38 | 820 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1950 | 31 | 808 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2000 | 55 | 720 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1923 | 40 | 643 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 40 | 604 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1949 | 31 | 365 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1906 | 50 | 323 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1995 | 131 | 275 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 2004 | 31 | 190 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1930 | 31 | 189 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Custer
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bellingham, WA | 401 Harris Avenue | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Custer
5 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 |
| PSE ENCOGEN NW GENERATING FACILITY | 915 CORNWALL AVE | WHATCOM |
| TENASKA WASHINGTON PARTNERS, L.P. | 177 TELEGRAPH ROAD NO. 679 | WHATCOM |
Airports Near Custer
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | 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 |
| Chilliwack Airport | YCW | 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 |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Mist Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Pretty Estates Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Custer
16 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 (Aldergrove CPO) | ||
| Langley RCMP (Brookswood) | ||
| Langley RCMP (City CPO) | ||
| Langley RCMP (Willowbrook CPO) | ||
| Lynden Police Department | 203 19th Street | |
| Newton - District 3 Community Police Office | ||
| South Surrey - District 5 Community Police Office | ||
| South Surrey - District 5 Community Police Office | ||
| Surrey Police Service Headquarters | ||
| Western Washington University Police Department | ||
| White Rock RCMP |
Grocery Stores in Custer
4 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Country Market | Convenience Store | 1306 Birch Bay Lynden Rd |
| Factory Shell | Convenience Store | 3425 Birch Bay Lynden Rd |
| SUNRISE GROCERY | Convenience Store | 8887 Sunrise Rd |
| The Market At Birch Bay 256 | Super Store | 8135 Birch Bay Square St |
Treatment Centers in Custer
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bayshore Therapy & Rehabilitation | ||
| Bellingham Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - WCHS Inc | Substance Abuse | 360-450-5025 |
| Catholic Community Services - Recovery Center/Bellingham | Substance Abuse | 360-676-2187 |
| Compass Health - Whatcom | Mental Health | 800-457-9303 |
| Compass Health - Whatcom Triage Center | Mental Health | 800-457-9303 |
| John Volken Academy | ||
| Lake Whatcom Residential and - Treatment Center Outpatient | Both | 360-676-6000 |
| Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Ctr | Substance Abuse | 360-676-6000 x303 |
| Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Ctr - Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF | Both | 360-676-6000 x360 |
| Sea Mar Behavioral Health - Visions Female Youth Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 360-647-4266 |
| Sea Mar Community Health Centers - Whatcom County | Both | 360-734-5458 |
| Synergy Rehab |
DOL Wage Violations in Custer
1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $12,101 in back wages owed to 187 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTM Berry Farms, LLC | — | — | 98240 | — | 1 | $12,101 | $65 | 187 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Custer
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ASTHAN BABE KE RELIGIOUS CHARITY | 4052 BIRCH BAY LYNDEN RD |
| SUNRISE BAPTIST CHURCH | 2480 W BADGER RD |
| UPWARD LIFE MINISTRIES | 8861 CUSTER SCHOOL RD |
| ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH | PO BOX 434 |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Custer
What is the population of Custer?
Custer has a population of 266 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 119 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.3% female and 47.7% male.
Is Custer expensive to live in?
Custer 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 $130,179, 73% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $540,400 (92% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Custer safe?
Custer is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 215 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,888 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Custer receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Custer?
Custer 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 Custer?
The job market in Custer faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.9% / significantly above 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 22 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Custer?
The median home value in Custer is $540,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $645,640. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $6,447.
How are the schools in Custer?
Schools in Custer score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 40.2% of adults in Custer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 18.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Custer?
The obesity rate in Custer is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.9% of adults are smokers. 14.9% are physically inactive. 29.6% of residents report depression. 8.2% 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 Custer?
The average commute in Custer is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Custer?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Custer is 94.4% White. 95% of residents speak only English at home, while 5% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability. 74.1% have health insurance coverage.
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