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  • Aberdeen has a Livability Score of 80/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Aberdeen crime rates are 14% 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 User Rating 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! User Rating 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 User Rating 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 User Rating 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 User Rating 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 User Rating 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 User Rating 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