Ocean Shores, WA
Full City Profile · Washington · Grays Harbor County County
Ocean Shores, WA
At a Glance
How Ocean Shores Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ocean Shores's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ocean Shores a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ocean Shores residents earn a median household income of $62,750 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,604. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,854 business establishments, including 246 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ocean Shores is $378,000 , 34% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $340,305. Median rent is $1,177/month, with 27.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1996.
Safety & Crime
Ocean Shores reports 89 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 447/100K.
Education
22.2% of adults in Ocean Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ocean Shores has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.