Elma, WA


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Elma, WA

About Elma, WA

Elma, WA is a small rural community located in the Pacific Northwest. It is surrounded by lush evergreen forests, rolling hills and rivers, making it a picturesque place to live. The town is home to around 3,000 people who enjoy the friendly atmosphere of this close-knit community. The climate here is mild with cool winters and warm summers, offering an ideal environment for outdoor recreation such as hiking, camping, fishing and more. Residents of Elma have access to excellent healthcare facilities, educational opportunities for all ages and plenty of shopping options. The local economy is largely based on logging and farming but there are also many other businesses that provide employment opportunities in the area. Overall, life in Elma can be a peaceful and enjoyable experience for those who call this beautiful area their home.

Location Details

State: Washington
County: Grays Harbor County
Metro Area: Aberdeen Metro Area
City: Elma
Zip Codes: 98541
Cost of Living:

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Elma Cost of Living
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$325,300
-3.9% lower than avg
$69,405
+0.6% higher than avg
$821 /mo
Monthly rent (2br)
-39.8% lower than avg
Elma Crime
59 / 100
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4
Minimum annual income
To live comfortably in Elma, Washington
$62,280
for a family
$34,800
for a single person
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Over 9 years ago

I was somewhat amused to olred's view of Elma, WA. We just moved here a few months ago from NV and have enjoyed it. I'm not sure after NV whether I will like 70 inches  More

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If you know what is good for you, stay away from Grays Harbor! Elma especially, the drugs are rampant here, the crime rate is outrageous! The town of elma is primarily a  More

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Over 17 years ago

Elma is centrally located between the state capitol Olympia, WA and the Cities of MOntesano and Aberdeen. It is also only 80 miles from Seattle and Ocean Shores. Elma is  More

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