Livability Score

80
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (11) A+
Dutch Bros. Coffee
Coffee Shop
Monster's Mocha
Coffee Shop
Tinderbox Coffee Roasters
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Bee Street Coffee
Coffee Shop
Rise and Grind Espresso
Coffee Shop
Coffeeman Espresso
Coffee Shop
Go Dog Go
Coffee Shop
Jungle Java
Coffee Shop
Twin Cups Espresso
Coffee Shop
Huckle Bearies Espresso
Coffee Shop
Luna Rana
Coffee Shop
Javalicious Espresso
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (4) F
Driftwood Theatre
Theatre Arts
Rainier Lanes
Bowling Alley
Riverside Cinema
Cinema
Bishop Center for Performing Arts
Theatre Arts
Olympic Stadium
Stadium
Polson Museum
Museum
7th Street Theatre
Theatre Arts
Events on Emerson
Attraction
Food and Drink (17) A-
Burger King
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Mount Olympus Brewing
Bar
Scoops Ice Cream & Coffee
Sweets
Subway
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Taco Del Mar
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
8th Street Ale House
Bar
Al's Hum-Dinger
Fast Food
Fitness (1) F
Aberdeen Boxing Club
Gym
Groceries (10) A+
Breakwater Seafoods & Chowder House
Seafood
Michael's Meats & Seafood
Butcher
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
La Salvadoran Grocery
Grocery Store
Jay's Farm Stand
Grocery Store
Spooner Berry Farms
Grocery Store
The Market Place
Health Food
Franz Bakery Outlet Store
Bakery
Safeway
Grocery Store
Swanson's
Grocery Store
Grays Harbor Produce Stand
Grocery Store
Swanson's Grocery
Grocery Store
Parks (42) A+
Zelasko Park
Park
East Aberdeen Riverfront Walk
Park
Sky Sweeps Park
Park
Morrison Park
Park
McKinley Park
Park
Kurt Cobain Landing
Park
Totem Pole Park
Park
Franklin Field
Park
North Aberdeen Playfield
Park
Sam Benn Memorial Park
Park
Hood Park
Park
Finch Playfield
Park
East Aberdeen Waterfront Walkway
Park
Pioneer Park
Park
Garley Park
Park
James Stewart Memorial Park
Park
Basich Trailway
Park
Wes Peterson Playfield
Park
Franklin Park
Park
DeWitt Park
Park
Makarenko Park
Park
28th Street Boat Launch
Park
Mill Creek Park
Park
Bishop Athletic Complex
Park
Lake Aberdeen Recreation Area
Park
Shops (56) A+
Carpet One
Furniture
Tracy Nails
Beauty
Food Mart
Convenience Store
Meats & Seafood
Mall
Q-Mart
Convenience Store
Twin Harbors Eye Center
Optician
Lynn Nails
Beauty
Military Surplus
Gift Shop
Harbor Tool Rentals
Home Improvement
Selmer's Home Furnishings
Furniture
CES
Electronics
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Pat's Full Service Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Appliance Sales & Service
Electronics
Desert Sun Tanning
Beauty
Boost Mobile
Electronics
Dream Secondhand Store
Discount Store
Colortyme Rentals
Electronics
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Third Dimension Salon
Hairdresser
Wishkah Nails
Beauty
Ross
Department Store
PetSense
Pets
T-Mobile
Electronics
Marshalls
Department Store
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 0.2% take public transportation in Aberdeen.
Public Transit Stops (56)
Stops & Stations
A+
Aberdeen Transit Center
Bus Stop
Aberdeen Station
Bus Station
Wishkah at Broadway
Bus Stop
Boone and Curtis
Bus Stop
Heron at L
Bus Stop
Wishkah at L
Bus Stop
Boone behind Swanson's
Bus Stop
Wishkah at M
Bus Stop
W. Curtis Northbound
Bus Stop
Heron at Jefferson
Bus Stop
Wishkah at Michigan
Bus Stop
Curtis and Lawrence
Bus Stop
Heron at Alder
Bus Stop
Alder at 1st
Bus Stop
Alder at 1st
Bus Stop
Alder at 2nd
Bus Stop
Alder at 2nd
Bus Stop
Park at Wishkah
Bus Stop
SW Blvd. and N. Tilden Northboud
Bus Stop
Alder at 4th
Bus Stop
Alder at 4th
Bus Stop
SW Blvd. and N. Tilden Southboud
Bus Stop
Park at 2nd
Bus Stop
Park at 3rd
Bus Stop
Simpson at Williams
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.2%
F
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cost of living A

The cost of living in Aberdeen is 103/100 - which is 13% lower than Washington.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
C
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A+
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crime F

Aberdeen crime rates are 4,608 per 100k, which is 23% higher than Washington
Property Crime
4,170 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
438 crimes per 100k
D
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employment F

The median income in Aberdeen is $42,203 - which is 33% lower than Washington.
Med. Household Income
$42,203
F
Unemployment Rate
4.4%
D-
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (16)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Walmart Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Aberdeen Dental Arts
Dentist
Rite Aid Drive Thru Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Aberdeen Police Department
Police
City Drug Center
Pharmacy
Safeway
Pharmacy
South Aberdeen Fire Station No.2
Fire Station
Harbor Kids Dental
Dentist
Grays Harbor Community Hospital East Campus
Hospital
Ron Cowles,DDS
Dentist
Aberdeen Central Fire Station
Fire Station
Fresenius Kidney Care
Clinic
Grays Harbor Community Hospital
Hospital
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Cosmopolis Volunteer Fire Station
Fire Station
Hoquiam Chiropractic
Doctor
Hoquiam Police Department
Police
Family Practice Center
Doctor
Harbor Drug & Gifts
Pharmacy
Hoquiam Fire Department
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing A+

Aberdeen home prices are $143,700 - which is 47% lower than Washington
Home Price
$143,700
D
Home Appreciation Rate
16%
A
Home Affordability
3.4x (home price to income ratio)
B-
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schools D+

The Aberdeen graduation rate is 78% - which is 10% lower than Washington
School Test Scores
37%
F
High School Grad. Rates
78%
D+
Elementary Schools (9) D-
Grays Harbor Academy
St Mary School
Mcdermoth Elementary
Robert Gray Elementary
Stevens Elementary School
A J West Elementary
Grays Harbor Juvenile Detention
Cosmopolis Elementary School
Hoquiam Homelink School
Central Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary
High Schools (6) A+
Grays Harbor Academy
J M Weatherwax High School
Twin Harbors - A Branch Of New Market Skills Center
Harbor High School
Grays Harbor Juvenile Detention
Hoquiam Homelink School
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ratings B-

Aberdeen has an overall rating of 69% from 22 reviews.
User Reviews (5)
From AreaVibes
B
User Surveys (17)
From AreaVibes
C
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Aberdeen Area Facts

  • Aberdeen has a Livability Score of 80/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Aberdeen crime rates are 23% higher than the Washington average
  • Cost of living in Aberdeen is 13% lower than the Washington average
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Executive Director of the Downtown Aberdeen Association 5 rating By Anonymous ( May 17, 2021) Welcome to Aberdeen a city rich in people and history. We have a great sense-of-place drawing from Aberdeen's accomplishments and their affects upon the world. As you find discover Aberdeen has many facets to uncover from its past and present existence, to the arts & music, and ...Read More to our unique way of life here. These stories and more await you as you encounter a diverse, passionate, and creative community called Aberdeen.

Aberdeen is surrounded by some of the best natural assets Washingtonians have come to treasure. We are a coastal community with love for our forests, beaches, mountains, and all the outdoor recreation and experiences they bring. No matter where you are coming from if you are on the highway going to the beaches chances are we will be the first city you drive into. And... we still have the scenic by-ways along the coasts for your rev'd up hot rods and classic cars to drive the roads they were designed for... of course we have a charging station for Teslas too. Bring your fishing gear too as we have some of the finest Salmon & Steelhead opportunities for that once-in-a-life-time... we of course will not tell you are secret fishing spots, but my son recently caught a 24 lb Steelie (keep that on the down-low).

in 2018 Aberdeen became the 34th City in our state to receive the designation of "Main Street". Through volunteers and partnerships, we are growing our downtown for you to sip, sup & stroll. We are a city of the past bouncing back and love our businesses here. If you are looking to start a business here, we can help you.

In 2019 Aberdeen established an Arts & Music District attracting creative types. Artists love the inspiration coming from our historic buildings to the incredulous environmental milieu encompassing them to the characters filled with "Aberdeenisms". What is that? Come find out!! If you are interested in a life that fosters "creating", well we can help you there too.

If you research Aberdeen you will find the good, the bad, they ugly- which is exactly what our Kurt Cobain's "Come As You Are" is all about. Bring you and do you here! Wait till you meet me. I will most likely sing you a song about us and tell you a jaw-dropping tale.

Aberdeen is ship in a new world, sailing along with its occupants seeing new opportunities, intense beauty, fun possibilities and experiencing poetry in motion. There is room for you here.

Where are we? We are about an hour west from our Capitol City of Olympia and a bit over 2 hours from Seattle or Portland.

I want to tell you more but we need time, call me and let's figure out how you fit here: "360.500.5334" my personal cell

Aberdeen is an experience and we are proud to be a part of it. Let us help you get busy- email me at "director@downtownaberdeen.com"

Passionate people wanted,

Wil Russoul

Through my eyes we are a 10 out of 10 rating Read Less
Great place to live! 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 17, 2021) Close to ocean beaches and Olympic Rain Forest. Downtown is resurging. Nice little wine shop, breweries. Great Sunday Market with local vendors. Love my Aberdeen! ...Read More Read Less
A jewel in the rough 5 rating By Anonymous ( Mar 02, 2021) Aberdeen is a wonderful place to live. It is dramatically undervalued (but that is changing quickly) so if you'd like to live in a mild climate close to ocean beaches, the Olympics, the best cold water surfing on the West coast and endless other outdoor opportunities, this is the ...Read More place.

There are forward-thinking entrepreneurs opening new businesses & revitalizing the downtown. The economy is transitional and folks are finally starting to realize that they have a real jewel in the rough here.

If you love architecture, venture off the main roads through town and you'll see the largest inventory of intact historic residences in the state of Washington.

You'll also find live theatre (both community and professional), outdoor concerts in the park with Shakespeare in the Park currently in the works. Several microbreweries, independent coffee shops, a winery, distillery and a growing list of restaurants.

As more folks leave the lawless nonsense of the big cities behind and make the decision to live their dream in a town where people really care about living their best life, this place will continue to revitalize, refine and re-invent itself into something amazing! Read Less
On it's Way back 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 26, 2019) I recently moved to Aberdeen from San Diego, what I love about this town are the beautiful homes, walkable neighborhoods, and friendly shopkeepers. There is a great sense of unity in most sectors. New businesses are coming into town, fun wine shops, brew pubs and restaurants. The ...Read More community leaders are planning a revitalization with some of the more insightful residents and hoping to reinvent the harbor. Beautiful place to live, close to wonderful hikes and natural beauty. Read Less
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A jewel in the rough 5 rating By Anonymous ( Mar 02, 2021) Aberdeen is a wonderful place to live. It is dramatically undervalued (but that is changing quickly) so if you'd like to live in a mild climate close to ocean beaches, the Olympics, the best cold water surfing on the West coast and endless other outdoor opportunities, this is the ...Read More place.

There are forward-thinking entrepreneurs opening new businesses & revitalizing the downtown. The economy is transitional and folks are finally starting to realize that they have a real jewel in the rough here.

If you love architecture, venture off the main roads through town and you'll see the largest inventory of intact historic residences in the state of Washington.

You'll also find live theatre (both community and professional), outdoor concerts in the park with Shakespeare in the Park currently in the works. Several microbreweries, independent coffee shops, a winery, distillery and a growing list of restaurants.

As more folks leave the lawless nonsense of the big cities behind and make the decision to live their dream in a town where people really care about living their best life, this place will continue to revitalize, refine and re-invent itself into something amazing! Read Less
On it's Way back 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 26, 2019) I recently moved to Aberdeen from San Diego, what I love about this town are the beautiful homes, walkable neighborhoods, and friendly shopkeepers. There is a great sense of unity in most sectors. New businesses are coming into town, fun wine shops, brew pubs and restaurants. The ...Read More community leaders are planning a revitalization with some of the more insightful residents and hoping to reinvent the harbor. Beautiful place to live, close to wonderful hikes and natural beauty. Read Less
Aberdeen Really Sucks 0.5 rating By poltive ( Sep 24, 2017) I live in Aberdeen and it is one of the worst places to live in Grays Harbor. Don't come here, it's extremely boring and cruddy. ...Read More Read Less

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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Aberdeen? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Zelasko Park
      East Aberdeen Riverfront Walk
      Sky Sweeps Park
      Morrison Park
      McKinley Park
      Kurt Cobain Landing
      Totem Pole Park
      Franklin Field

      Entertainment

      Driftwood Theatre
      Rainier Lanes
      Riverside Cinema
      Bishop Center for Performing Arts
      Olympic Stadium
      Polson Museum
      7th Street Theatre
      Events on Emerson

      Food & Drink

      Burger King
      Jack in the Box
      Dairy Queen
      Subway
      Wendy's
      McDonald's
      KFC
      Arby's

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Aberdeen? Of all people who commute, 0.2% take public transportation in Aberdeen.
      Drive to Work
      77%

      1% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Aberdeen a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Grays Harbor Community Hospital
      Grays Harbor Community Hospital East Campus

      Pharmacies

      Safeway
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      City Drug Center
      Rite Aid Drive Thru Pharmacy

      Doctors