Washington
Ferndale is a small city in Washington with a population of 15,447. Residents earn $83,839 per year, which is 12% above the national average.
Based on current data, Ferndale receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ferndale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Ferndale is $83,839, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Ferndale is $492,400, making it a premium housing market at 75% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,461 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Ferndale 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.
32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Ferndale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 80.4% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.6% |
| 46% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,839 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,688 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,133 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,592 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,142 |
| County GDP | $4,664M |
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Healthcare | 188 |
| Retail | 230 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.31% |
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.2% |
| Census Median | $492,400 |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $608,145 |
| Median List Price | $660,000 |
| Median List Price | $660,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $354 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.2% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 42 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,461 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,078 |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.31% |
| Obesity | 27.1% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.1% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.1% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,965/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 188 |
| Total Violent | 214.8/100K |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 47.7/100K |
| Robbery | 23.9/100K |
| Assault | 143.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,888.3/100K |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 541.1/100K |
| Theft | 2,291.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 55.7/100K |
| Arson | 8.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.7 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 44 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 7.2 sq mi (18.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.8526°N, 122.5886°W |
| County FIPS | 53029 |
Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.8% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 2,145/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.2 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 188 |
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Retail Stores | 230 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.2% |