Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Best Places to Retire

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Oak Harbor, Washington

       
Total population 22,713 Average January/July temperatures 33.2° / 72.0°
Median home price $ 244,200 Annual Precipitation 11.55 in. /yr.

Oak Harbor, Washington

This naval community has a picturesque mix of natural and small-town charm.

Climate
Weather tends to be overcast, but it rains less on the island than on the mainland.
Cultural Attractions
The city hosts an annual “Holland Happening” festival featuring Dutch arts and crafts, including a wooden shoe carver.
Geography
The city of Oak Harbor is on northern Whidbey Island, just off the shores of the Washington state mainland.
Historical
The Naval Air Station on Whidbey Island was built to support U.S. forces during World War II.
Recreation
At Deception Pass State Park, visitors can enjoy saltwater or freshwater fishing, hiking, diving, and horseback riding.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 39.19 ° / 27.3 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 86.34 ° / 57.57 °
Precipitation (?) 11.55 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) N/A
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 0
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 102
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 244,200
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $47381.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $38432
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 8.3 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .120 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 2
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 6
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 3
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 26
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 3
Number of libraries within the county (?) 6
Number of museums within the county (?) 3
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 0
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 22,713
Population density (?) 2,433 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 82.1% growth
Population over 55 (?) 3,877 people
Education (?) 21 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 6
Number of clinics within the county (?) 6
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 57
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