Oak Harbor, WA Economy


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Oak Harbor, WA is a small city located on Whidbey Island approximately 40 miles north of Seattle. It offers a rural atmosphere with plenty of outdoor activities for those who enjoy nature. The cost of two-bedroom rent in the area is slightly lower than the national average at $1,130 compared to the US average which is $1,430. Additionally, the grocery cost index in Oak Harbor is 101 versus 100 in the US, making it an affordable option for those looking to move out of metropolitan areas. The local economy is bolstered by businesses such as Bayview Cash Store Inc., The UPS Store, and The Original Pancake House, all established and well-known companies within Oak Harbor.

Oak Harbor has an unemployment rate of 6.5%. The US average is 6.0%.

Oak Harbor has seen the job market increase by 0.2% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 40.3%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Oak Harbor
- The Sales Tax Rate for Oak Harbor is 8.7%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Oak Harbor is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Oak Harbor
- The average income of a Oak Harbor resident is $23,204 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Oak Harbor resident is $61,261 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyOak Harbor, WashingtonUnited States
  6.56
  -2.2%-6.2%
  40.3%33.5%
  8.7%6.2%
  0.0%4.6%
  $30,377$37,638
  $61,261$69,021
  $73,021$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.4%1.2%
  0.1%0.5%
  3.4%6.8%
  7.6%10.0%
  1.7%2.5%
  12.0%11.0%
  6.4%4.8%
  0.3%0.8%
  1.1%1.9%
  1.9%4.7%
  1.9%1.9%
  6.3%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.4%4.2%
  13.3%9.3%
  16.6%14.0%
  2.1%2.1%
  8.2%7.0%
  4.3%4.8%
  9.0%4.7%
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The new high school addition looks great, but the quality of the education is lacking. The worst I would have to say, is the English dept. All of the senior parents were  More

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Over 16 years ago

I have found Oak Harbor to be a nice place to live in general, but still feel it is too secluded for me personally. There is not a lot to do as far as night life or  More

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Over 16 years ago

Windy, dreary, wet and noisy. A great place if you're a slug or  More

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