Retiring in Sequim, Washington

Overview

Sits in the Olympic Mountains' rain shadow — famously dry and mild for the Pacific Northwest.

Home Price

Homes in Sequim typically range from $422k to $759k.

Source: Zillow Home Value Index. Estimates only — verify current pricing before making decisions.

Cost of Living

Sequim's cost of living index is 102.0 compared to a U.S. national average of 100.

Climate

Average summer highs around 67°F and winter daytime temperatures around 45°F, with high humidity and a “Four seasons” seasonal pattern.

Geography & Landscape

Healthcare

Healthcare access and quality index: 70/100 (HomeAfterWork healthcare index — County Health Rankings + CMS Care Compare, local-adjusted from the U.S. national baseline).

Safety & Stability

Sequim scores a safety index of 85.9/100 and a political stability score of 8.6/10, based on sourced crime and stability data.

Airport Access

About 96 minutes to the nearest major airport we could confirm. *Estimated drive time (straight-line distance) — not real routing data. Worth checking directly.

Lifestyle & Activities

Outdoor activities:

• Hiking
• Boating / kayaking
• Gardening
• Nature / bird watching

Culture & lifestyle:

• Farmers markets

Things to Consider

• Limited healthcare access relative to a major metro
• Rural, fewer amenities