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Bellingham, WA

Looking to move to Bellingham, WA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Bellingham, WA is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Bellingham, WA has a population of 91667. What about cost of living in Bellingham, WA? The median income in Bellingham, WA is $68,686 and the median home value is $632,634.

Read on to learn more about Bellingham, WA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Bellingham, WA

Average Temperatures

58 high / 43 low

Average Annual Rainfall

35 in

Average Annual Snowfall

7 in

Quick Facts about Bellingham, Washington

Median Home Value
$632,634
Median Property Tax
$2,711
Total Population
91,667
Average Commute
15 min
Median Household Income
$68,686
Median Monthly Rent
$1,380

Map of Bellingham, WA

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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