Living in San Juan County, Washington

San Juan County is a county in Washington with a population of around 16,252. The main communities are Friday Harbor.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,159/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $897K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 45°F) and cool summers (highs around 61°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and hurricane risk.

Demographics

San Juan County has older demographics, with a median age of 57 and a highly educated workforce (50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.