Oak Harbor, WA

Washington · Island County

Oak Harbor is a small city in Washington with a population of 24,396. Residents earn $72,041 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

24,396 Population 2,525/sq mi density

$72,041 Median Income $35,461 per capita

$421,700 Home Value $522,440 Zillow

$1,629 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr

132 Violent Crime/100K 569 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.3 / 5.0

$72,041 median income, 3.1% unemployment

Affordability

3.4 / 5.0

$421,700 home value, $1,629/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

132 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

27.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $72,041

4% lower than US avg

Home Value $421,700

50% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 132/100K

65% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.9%

17% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,629

40% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.2%

3% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

14% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.5%

56% lower than US avg

How Oak Harbor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population24,396

Median Age31.8 yrs

Density2,525/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 67%

Veterans21.6%

Economy

Median Income$72,041

Per Capita$35,461

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty5.5%

County GDP$4,664M

Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$421,700

Rent$1,629

Ownership46.2%

Zillow$522,440

Housing Units10,469

Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

Violent132/100K

Property569/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault89/100K

Burglary110/100K

Health

Obesity33.2%

Uninsured8.6%

Smoking11.8%

Depression24.8%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI28 (Good)

Rain19.9 in/yr

Sunny Days274/yr

Elevation176 ft (54 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.9%

High School+94.7%

Graduate+9.5%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%

Commute20 min

Broadband93.7%

EV Stations5

Libraries6

Is Oak Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak Harbor receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Oak Harbor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak Harbor is $72,041, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak Harbor is $421,700, 50% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,629 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.

Safety & Crime

Oak Harbor is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 569 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Harbor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Oak Harbor has a population of 24,396 with a density of 2,525 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (66.8%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 5.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.6% of residents, while 15.4% speak Spanish. 21.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

24,396

Total Population

2,525

People / sq mi

31.8yrs

Median Age

18% below US avg

9.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.6%

8% above US avg

Spanish 15.4%

15% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Harbor is $72,041, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,461. The average weekly wage is $1,133, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,142 business establishments, including 163 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oak Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$72,041
	4% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,461
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,133
IRS Avg AGI	$92,592
Gini Index	0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	14% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.5%
	56% 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	1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.5 min
Drive Alone	78.8%
Public Transit	0.6%
Work from Home	4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak Harbor is $421,700, 50% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $522,440, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,629 (40% above 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. 46.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,469 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $6,447 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$421,700
	50% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$522,440
Median List Price	$460,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$460,000
$/Sq Ft	$307
Homes Sold	23
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.6%
Price Drops	12.5%
Inventory	40

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,629
	40% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,981
Rent Burden	32.0%

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	46.2%
Owner-Occupied	46.2%
Renter-Occupied	53.8%
Housing Units	10,469
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,447
	84% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.53%

In Oak Harbor, 33.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 29.6% have high blood pressure. 11.8% are current smokers. 15.8% report binge drinking. 17.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,242. The dentist ratio is 1:1,312. 82.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Oak Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.2%
	3% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	29.6%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	5.2%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.8%
	16% below US avg
Binge Drinking	15.8%
Physical Inactivity	17.7%
Depression	24.8%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	12.9%
Short Sleep	33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.5%
Uninsured	8.6%
	0% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,242
Dentists	1:1,312
Mental Health	1:305
Checkup Rate	69.4%
Dental Visits	64.1%
Premature Death	5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	82.7%
Healthcare Facilities	188

Oak Harbor has a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 89.2 per 100,000, robbery at 8.5, rape at 34.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 569 per 100,000, 71% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 403, burglary at 110, vehicle theft at 55 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Oak Harbor receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Oak Harbor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	131.6/100K
	65% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	34.0/100K
Robbery	8.5/100K
Assault	89.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	568.9/100K
	71% below US avg
Burglary	110.4/100K
Theft	403.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	55.2/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	152
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Oak Harbor experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. 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 176 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	52.1°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	176 ft (54 m)
Area	9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²)
Population Density	2,525/sq mi
Coordinates	48.2938°N, 122.6282°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County	Island County County
Nearest Airport	Skagit Regional (MVW) 15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.9"

48% below US avg

Snowfall 5.4"

Wettest Month (Dec) 3.43"

Driest Month (Jul) 1.02"

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

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

656 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 21, 2025.

Feb 28, 2001	7 km SSE of Longbranch, Washington	M6.8	128 km
Jul 3, 1999	8 km N of Satsop, Washington	M5.8	149 km
May 3, 1996	8 km NNE of Lake Marcel-Stillwater, Washington	M5.4	82 km
Jan 29, 1995	3 km WSW of Des Moines, Washington	M5.0	103 km
Apr 14, 1990	4 km ENE of Deming, Washington	M5.0	70 km
Jun 10, 2001	18 km N of Satsop, Washington	M5.0	141 km
Jun 23, 1997	2 km NE of Enetai, Washington	M4.9	78 km
Apr 25, 2003	26 km W of Brinnon, Washington	M4.8	83 km
Jan 30, 2009	6 km ESE of Lofall, Washington	M4.7	57 km
Jul 12, 2019	2 km S of Roosevelt, Washington	M4.6	65 km
Mar 3, 2025	2025 Orcas Island, Washington	M4.5	38 km
Jun 24, 1997	19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada	M4.4	128 km
Jul 22, 2001	4 km WSW of DuPont, Washington	M4.3	134 km
Apr 2, 1990	2 km ENE of Deming, Washington	M4.3	68 km
Jun 18, 1994	11 km SE of Skykomish, Washington	M4.3	126 km
Sep 21, 2002	9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington	M4.1	43 km
Feb 23, 2017	11 km NE of Hoodsport, Washington	M4.1	95 km
Jun 15, 1994	1 km WNW of Hoodsport, Washington	M4.0	106 km
Apr 14, 1990	2 km ESE of Deming, Washington	M4.0	67 km
Apr 3, 1990	3 km ENE of Deming, Washington	M4.0	69 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

14 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 injury.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 12, 1969	EF3	90 km	0
Dec 18, 2018	EF2	88 km	0
May 13, 1986	EF2	44 km	0
Nov 24, 1970	EF2	38 km	0
May 18, 2005	EF1	30 km	0
Oct 26, 1971	EF1	64 km	0
Sep 28, 1962	EF1	92 km	0
Jun 16, 2006	EF0	82 km	0
Jun 5, 2004	EF0	29 km	0
Apr 27, 2004	EF0	84 km	0
Jun 11, 2001	EF0	78 km	0
Aug 24, 1997	EF0	57 km	0
Apr 9, 1991	EF0	75 km	0
Aug 18, 1964	EF0	97 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

6 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	—	138 km
1894	PUYALLUP RIVER DELTA, TACOMA, WA	Meteorological	3.0 m	2	113 km
1891	WASHINGTON	Eruption + Earthquake	2.4 m	—	73 km
1949	PUGET SOUND, WA	Meteorological	2.4 m	—	111 km
1949	PUGET SOUND, WA	Eruption + Earthquake	—	8	125 km
1820	CAMANO ISLAND, WA	Meteorological	—	—	33 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (81 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Baker	Stratovolcano(es)	3,285 m (10,778 ft)	1880	81 km
Glacier Peak	Stratovolcano	3,213 m (10,541 ft)	1700	114 km
Rainier	Stratovolcano	4,392 m (14,409 ft)	1450	173 km
Garibaldi	Stratovolcano	2,678 m (8,786 ft)	-8060	175 km
Garibaldi Lake	Volcanic field	2,316 m (7,598 ft)	Unknown	184 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUIATTLE RIVER (4,400 ac, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2022	SUIATTLE RIVER	4,400	93 km
2023	DELABARRE	4,176	84 km
2018	MAPLE	3,547	89 km
2016	HAYES TWO	2,679	79 km
2022	BOULDER LAKE	2,347	93 km
2011	BIG HUMP	1,400	75 km
1998	UNNAMED	1,174	91 km
1985	BEAVER	1,107	100 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	44°F (7°C)	3.2 in
February	42°F (6°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	2.2 in
April	48°F (9°C)	1.9 in
May	53°F (12°C)	1.7 in
June	58°F (14°C)	1.5 in
July	62°F (16°C)	1.0 in	Driest
August	62°F (17°C)	1.0 in	Warmest
September	58°F (15°C)	1.5 in
October	51°F (10°C)	2.2 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.4 in
December	40°F (4°C)	3.4 in	Coldest, Wettest

Oak Harbor has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in December to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (1.0").

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Oak Harbor is located in Island County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 27.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 56.8% of the vote, a 16.6-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 188 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%

D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	152
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.9%
	17% below US avg
High School+	94.7%
Graduate Degree+	9.5%
School Test Score	5.73

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	2,525/sq mi
Total Area	9.5 sq mi
County	Island County County

Services

Broadband Access	93.7%
Avg Download Speed	128.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	32.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	188
Restaurants	163
Retail Stores	230

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.5 min
Drive Alone	78.8%
Public Transit	0.6%
Work from Home	4.9%

Average costs for common services in Oak Harbor. 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)

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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)

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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	$1,571
Toddler	$1,257
Preschool	$1,257
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$1,194
Toddler	$1,013
Preschool	$1,013

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

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 Oak Harbor

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Oak Harbor High School	High	1,566	87	18.0:1
Oak Harbor Intermediate School	Middle	768	52	14.8:1
North Whidbey Middle School	Middle	721	45	16.0:1
Hillcrest Elementary	Elementary	502	31	16.2:1
Crescent Harbor Elem	Elementary	481	33	14.6:1
Olympic View Elem	Elementary	443	33	13.4:1
Broad View Elementary	Elementary	380	27	14.1:1
Oak Harbor Elementary	Elementary	369	28	13.2:1

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Radio Stations near Oak Harbor

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BygoneRadio	old time radio, otr	MP3 192 kbps
KSQM	—	AAC+ 128 kbps
KLAM	—	MP3 128 kbps
KSER	community everett washington	MP3 128 kbps
IndieHQ Radio	indie, indie folk	MP3 192 kbps
GraceWay Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps
Anacortes Music Project	—	MP3 128 kbps
KARI-AM 550	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
Praise 106.5	christian contemporary	MP3 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Oak Harbor

3 campgrounds found near Oak Harbor.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Dungeness Forks Campground	4.2/5	10	$14
LOUELLA CABIN	4.2/5	1	$60
Dungeness Forks Campground	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Oak Harbor

66 national parks and monuments found near Oak Harbor.

Park	Type	Fee
Auburn State Park Property	State Park	Free
Bay View	State Park	Free
Belfair	State Park	Free
Birch Bay	State Park	Free
Blake Island	State Park	Free
Burrows Island	State Park	Free
Cama Beach	State Park	Free
Camano Island	State Park	Free
Cutts Island	State Park	Free
Dash Point	State Park	Free
Deception Pass	State Park	Free
Dosewallips	State Park	Free
Double Bluff State Park	State Park	Free
Dugualla	State Park	Free
Ebey's Landing	State Park	Free
Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve	National Historical Reserve	Free
Everett Jetty	State Park	Free
Fort Casey	State Park	Free
Fort Ebey	State Park	Free
Fort Flagler	State Park	Free
Fort Townsend	State Park	Free
Fort Worden	State Park	Free
GRG - Jellum	State Park	Free
H J Carroll Site	State Park	Free
Haley property	State Park	Free
Illahee	State Park	Free
Issaquah To High Point Trail Site	State Park	Free
Joseph Whidbey	State Park	Free
Kanaskat-Palmer	State Park	Free
Kinney Point	State Park	Free
Kitsap Memorial	State Park	Free
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Kopachuck	State Park	Free
Kukutali Preserve State Park Heritage Site	State Park	Free
Lake Sammamish	State Park	Free
Larrabee	State Park	Free
Lower Green River	State Park	Free
Manchester	State Park	Free
Miller Peninsula	State Park	Free
Mount Pilchuck	State Park	Free
Mystery Bay	State Park	Free
Olallie	State Park	Free
Peace Arch	State Park	Free
Pleasant Harbor	State Park	Free
Point Hannon	State Park	Free
Possession Point	State Park	Free
Potlatch	State Park	Free
Rasar	State Park	Free
Right Smart Cove	State Park	Free
Rothschild House	State Park	Free
Saddlebag Island	State Park	Free
Saint Edward	State Park	Free
Saltwater	State Park	Free
San Juan Island National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Scenic Beach	State Park	Free
Sequim Bay	State Park	Free
South Whidbey	State Park	Free
Squak Mountain	State Park	Free
Stretch Point	State Park	Free
Triton Cove	State Park	Free
Twanoh	State Park	Free
Useless Bay State Park Property	State Park	Free
WA State Parks Northwest	State Park	Free
Wallace Falls	State Park	Free
Wing Luke Museum Affiliated Area	Affiliated Area	Free
Wolfe Property	State Park	Free

Trails Near Oak Harbor

22 trails found near Oak Harbor.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
SLEEPY HOLLOW	8.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TUBAL CAIN	7.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GOLD CREEK	6.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOWER DUNGENESS	6.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOWER BIG QUILCENE	6.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BIG QUILCENE	5.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NOTCH PASS	4.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE QUILCENE	4.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MT. TOWNSEND	3.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SNOW CREEK	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SILVER LAKE	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MT. TOWNSEND	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MT. ZION	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEADFALL	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TULL CANYON	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TUBAL CAIN	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MT. TOWNSEND	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MT. TOWNSEND	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
3 O'CLOCK RIDGE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUCKHORN LAKE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TUBAL CAIN	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BIG QUILCENE	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes

Museums in Oak Harbor

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NORTHWEST MARITIME CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM		3603853628	$2,838,942
MUSEUM OF NORTHWEST ART	ART MUSEUM	121 1ST ST	3604664446	$630,346
PORT TOWNSEND MARINE SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		3603855582	$624,571
SKAGIT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	501 S 4TH ST	3604663365	$405,867
PORT TOWNSEND AERO MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	105 AIRPORT RD	3603795244	$387,324
COUPEVILLE ARTS CENTER	ART MUSEUM		3606783396	$278,214
MEERKERK RHODODENDRON GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	3531 MEERKERK LANE P O BOX 154	3606781912	$276,331
JEFFERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3603851003	$260,644
LA CONNER QUILT & TEXTILE MUSEUM IN THE HISTORIC GACHES MANSION	GENERAL MUSEUM	703 2ND ST	3604664288	$248,011
LA CONNER QUILT AND TEXTILE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3604664288	$248,011
ISLAND COUNTY HISTORIC SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3606783310	$172,540
ISLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	908 NW ALEXANDER STREET	3606783310	$172,540
ISLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3606783310	$172,540
COUPEVILLE HISTORIC WATERFRONT ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3602223696	$93,011
ANACORTES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2062931915	$27,467
APOGEE FLIGHT	GENERAL MUSEUM	15053 CROSSWIND DR	3604245151
EBEY'S LANDING NATIONAL HISTORICAL RESERVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3606786084
GUEMES ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HERITAGE FLIGHT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	15053 CROSSWIND DR	3604245151
JEFFERSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	13692 AIRPORT CUTOFF ROAD	3603859495
KELLY ART DECO LIGHT MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM	2000 W SIMS WAY	3603799030
OLYMPIC PENINSULA STEAM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PUGET SOUND COAST ARTILLERY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2063850373
WHIDBEY ISLAND CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	603 W JACKSON
WHIDBEY ISLAND GENEALOGICAL SEARCHERS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Oak Harbor

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ANACORTES PUBLIC LIBRARY	1220 10TH ST	142,853
PORT TOWNSEND PUBLIC LIBRARY	1220 LAWRENCE STREET	117,870
LA CONNER REGIONAL LIBRARY	614 MORRIS ST.	33,745

Farmers Markets in Oak Harbor

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Anacortes Farmers Market	611 R Avenue	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Camano Island Farmers Market	848 N. Sunrise Blvd.	07/06/2015 to 09/28/2015	Mon: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes
Coupeville Farmers Market	Coupeville Community Green, cross street Alexander	04/01/2017 to 10/14/2017	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Oak Harbor Farmers Market	WS Hwy 20, next to Visitor Center	05/18/2017 to 09/28/2017	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes
Port Townsend Wednesday Farmers Market	Jefferson Transit's Haines Place Park and Ride	06/06/2018 to 09/26/2018	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Oak Harbor

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Anacortes Brewery	Brewers	320 Commercial Ave	3605881720	Visit
Flyer Restaurant and Brewery	Restaurant, Brewery and Steakhouse	32295 State Route 20	3606755858	Visit
La Conner Brewing Co	Beer & Beverages, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs	117 1st St	3604661415	Visit
La Conner Brewing Company	Brewery and Beer Garden	117 S First St	3604661415	Visit
La Conner Tavern	Beach, Brewery, Brewery and Beach	100 First St
Port Townsend Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	330 10th St	3603859967
Propolis Brewing Llc	Tourist Information & Attractions, Places Of Interest, Breweries	2457 Jefferson St	3603442129	Visit
Sirens	Pub, Bar, and Brewery	823 Water St	3603791100	Visit
Tulip Valley Vineyard-orchard	Beverages, Tourist Information & Attractions, Brewers, Beverages-Distributors & Bottlers, Places Of	16163 State Route 536	3604286894	Visit
Water Street Brewing	Port Townsend, WA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns, Port Townsend Pubs, wholesale, manufacturing,	639 Water St	3603796438

Pharmacies in Oak Harbor

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ALBERTSONS-SAVON - 402	1450 SOUTHWEST ERIE STREET	360-279-8829
ISLAND DRUG	230 SOUTHEAST PIONEER WAY	360-675-6688
KMART	32165 STATE ROUTE 20	360-679-5546
NAVAL HOSPITAL OAK HARBOR PHARMACY-DOD	3475 NORTH SARATOGA STREET	360-257-9707
RITE AID - 5247	31645 STATE ROUTE 20	360-679-3522
SAAR'S MARKETPLACE FOOD AND DRUG	32199 STATE ROUTE 20	360-675-3000
WAL-MART - 2319	1250 SOUTHWEST ERIE STREET	360-279-0671
WALGREENS - 11214	31490 STATE ROUTE 20	360-675-3497

EV Charging Stations in Oak Harbor

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
CITY OF OAKLAND DOCK STREET	1299 SE Dock St	ChargePoint Network	1	J1772	public
Naval Facilities Engineering Command - Naval Air Station Whidbey Island - B103	1115 W Lexington St	Non-Networked	2	J1772	private
Safeway 1450 SW Erie St	1450 SW Erie St	Volta	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Oak Harbor

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
209 WEST CAMANO ROAD (75125)	MTOWER	52
209 WEST CAMANO ROAD (75125)	MTOWER	52
1300 ERIE AVENUE (15695)	LTOWER	51
1300 ERIE AVENUE (15695)	LTOWER	51

Fire Stations in Oak Harbor

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Island County Fire District No. 2	770 NE Midway BLVD	Mostly volunteer			360-675-1131
Oak Harbor Fire Department	855 E Whidbey AVE	Mostly volunteer			360-279-4701

Bridges in Oak Harbor

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Truss (Thru)	Steel	2006	120	30	F

Amtrak Stations in Oak Harbor

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Port Townsend, WA	63 4 Corners Road	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Oak Harbor

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
MARCH POINT COGENERATION SITE	8507 S TEXAS RD	SKAGIT
PSE FREDONIA GENERATING FACILITY	14254 OVENELL RD	SKAGIT
TEXACO PUGET SOUND REFINERY	600 S TEXAS RD	SKAGIT

Airports Near Oak Harbor

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Abbotsford International Airport	YXX	Medium Airport
Arlington Municipal Airport	—	Medium Airport
Bellingham International Airport	BLI	Medium Airport
Friday Harbor Airport	FRD	Medium Airport
Orcas Island Airport	ESD	Medium Airport
Seattle Paine Field International Airport	PAE	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
Apex Airpark	—	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
Blue Heron Field	—	Small Airport
Blue Ribbon Airport	—	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
Diamond Point Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Eliza Island Airport	—	Small Airport
First Air Field	—	Small Airport
Floathaven Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Friday West Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontier Airpark	—	Small Airport
Grand View International Airport	—	Small Airport
Green Valley Airfield	—	Small Airport
Harvey Field	—	Small Airport
Heineck Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Horse Fly Airport	—	Small Airport
Intergalactic Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
J C's Airport	—	Small Airport
Jefferson County International Airport	TWD	Small Airport
Jim & Julie's Airport	—	Small Airport
Kendall Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Kimshan Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Oak Harbor

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Port Townsend Police
Swinomish Police

Grocery Stores in Oak Harbor

15 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-ELEVEN 18255A	Convenience Store	32740 State Route 20
7-ELEVEN 25888B	Convenience Store	31300 State Route 20
Arco Ampm 7057	Convenience Store	31990 State Route 20
DECA Whidbey Island NAS Commissary 1248	Supermarket	2090 N Coral Sea Ave
DK Market	Convenience Store	31325 State Route 20
Dollar Tree 3236	Other	551 NE Midway Blvd
Grocery Outlet Of Oak Harbor 427	Super Store	31270 State Route 20
Haggen 3427	Supermarket	31565 SR 20
K&c Filipino Store	Grocery Store	710 Se Fidalgo Ave
Papa Murphys Pizza Wa011 wa011	Specialty Store	1100 Sw Bowmer St
Perlas Lumpia And Oriental Mini-M	Grocery Store	1281 SE Ely St
SAARS MARKET PLACE FOOD & DRUG 610	Super Store	32199 State Route 20
Safeway 0402	Supermarket	1450 SW Erie St
Walgreens 11214	Other	31490 State Route 20
Walmart 2319	Super Store	1250 Sw Erie St

Treatment Centers in Oak Harbor

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Believe in Recovery LLC	Substance Abuse	360-385-1258
Compass Health - Coupeville Children and Family Clinic	Mental Health	800-457-9303
Didgwalic Wellness Center	Substance Abuse	360-588-2800 x2825
Sea Mar Behavioral Health - Oak Harbor	Both	360-679-7676
Sunrise Services Inc	Both	425-347-3149

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oak Harbor

26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ANGLICAN FELLOWSHIP OF WHIDBEY ISLAND	PO BOX 2636
BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH OF OAK HARBOR	1701 HARNS RD
CALVARY CHAPEL OF OAK HARBOR	1560 SE 9TH AVE
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	956 CAPITAL ST
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH	590 N OAK HARBOR ST
FAMILY BIBLE CHURCH OF OAK HARBOR	2760 HELLER RD
FIRST REFORMED CHURCH OF OAK HARBOR	250 SW 3RD AVE
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	1050 SE IRELAND ST
GARAGE OF BLESSINGS	PO BOX 115
GRACE BY THE SEA	540 SE PIONEER WAY
IMPART MINISTRIES	750 SE CASTLE PARK CT
ISLAND VINEYARD COMMUNITY CHURCH	695 NW 2ND AVE
JOHN E OBRIEN CHARITABLE RELIGIOUS EDUCATIONAL FUND	3259 OLD GOLDIE RD
OAK HARBOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD	319 SW 3RD AVE
OAK HARBOR CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH	1411 WIELDRAAYER RD
OAK HARBOR CHURCH OF CHRIST	1000 NE KOETJE ST
OAK HARBOR FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	1780 SE 4TH AVE
OAK HARBOR FOURSQUARE CHURCH	29470 STATE ROUTE 20
OAK HARBOR II FOURSQUARE CHURCH	490 NW CROSBY AVE
OAK HARBOR LUTHERAN CHURCH	1253 NW 2ND AVE
OAK HARBOR SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH	50 SW 6TH AVE
ST AUGUSTINES CATHOLIC CHURCH	PO BOX 1319
THE VALLEY CALVARY CHAPEL	954 CAPITAL ST
UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH	PO BOX 1264
WHIDBEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	1148 SE 8TH AVE
WORD OF EVERLASTING LIFE AND FAITH MINISTRIES	950 SW UPLAND CT

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oak Harbor

What is the population of Oak Harbor?

Oak Harbor has a population of 24,396 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 2,525 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Oak Harbor expensive to live in?

Oak Harbor 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 $72,041, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $421,700 (50% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,629 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Oak Harbor safe?

Oak Harbor is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 569 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Oak Harbor receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oak Harbor?

Oak Harbor has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Oak Harbor?

Oak Harbor has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average 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 20 minutes, and 4.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oak Harbor?

The median home value in Oak Harbor is $421,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $522,440. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,629. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 46.2%. The average annual property tax is $6,447.

How are the schools in Oak Harbor?

Schools in Oak Harbor score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.9% of adults in Oak Harbor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oak Harbor?

The obesity rate in Oak Harbor is 33.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.8% of adults are smokers. 17.7% are physically inactive. 24.8% of residents report depression. 8.6% 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 Oak Harbor?

The average commute in Oak Harbor is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oak Harbor?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oak Harbor is 66.8% White, 5.7% Black or African American, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino. 84.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.4% speak Spanish. 21.6% of the population are military veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

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