Ferndale, WA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Ferndale, Washington Summary
Life in Ferndale research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Ferndale over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Ferndale:
The population in Ferndale is 14,777.
The median home value in Ferndale is $366,200.
The median income in Ferndale is $77,746.
The cost of living in Ferndale is 119 which is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Ferndale is $1,174.
The unemployment rate in Ferndale is 3.8%.
The poverty rate in Ferndale is 11.3%.
Table Of Contents
Ferndale SnackAbility
7
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
7/10
Housing
8.5
Affordability
5
Diversity
8
Safety
8
Amenities
8.5
Education
8
Commute
8.5
Ferndale, WA Crime Report
470
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
2,971.7
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
27.86%
Above National Average
Above National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Ferndale / 100k People |
Washington / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 470 | 2,971.7 | 3,026.1 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 28 | 177.0 | 293.7 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 3 | 19.0 | 3.9 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 8 | 50.6 | 67.4 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 12 | 75.9 | 187.6 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 442 | 2,794.6 | 2,732.4 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 40 | 252.9 | 522.1 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 373 | 2,358.4 | 1,854.2 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 29 | 183.4 | 356.1 | 282.7 |
Ferndale, WA Cost Of Living
119
Ferndale's Overall Cost Of Living
Ferndale's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Ferndale | Washington | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 119 | 115 | 100 | |
| Services | 124 | 112 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 112 | 109 | 100 | |
| Health | 117 | 119 | 100 | |
| Housing | 126 | 129 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 126 | 116 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 86 | 90 | 100 | |
Ferndale, WA Photos
Rankings for Ferndale in Washington
Map Of Ferndale, WA
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Population over time in Ferndale
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 14,591 | 7.1% |
| 2020 | 13,622 | 3.4% |
| 2019 | 13,171 | 4.0% |
| 2018 | 12,666 | 2.5% |
| 2017 | 12,355 | 2.6% |
| 2016 | 12,040 | 2.3% |
| 2015 | 11,766 | 2.3% |
| 2014 | 11,507 | 2.6% |
| 2013 | 11,219 | 2.1% |
| 2012 | 10,993 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Ferndale
| Race | Ferndale | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 74.0% | 66.5% | 59.4% |
| African American | 0.2% | 3.7% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 2.6% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 7.5% | 8.9% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 2.6% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 12.7% | 13.2% | 18.4% |
Gender in Ferndale
| Gender | Ferndale | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 49.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 50.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Ferndale for adults over 25
| Education | Ferndale | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 3.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 22.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 30.0% | 23.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20.0% | 23.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 11.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Ferndale, Washington
| Income | Ferndale | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.2% | 4.2% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.0% | 2.9% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.8% | 5.9% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.2% | 6.4% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.8% | 10.1% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.1% | 16.3% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 16.8% | 13.4% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.8% | 18.7% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.6% | 9.8% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.7% | 12.4% | 9.5% |
