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Population
477
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
40 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$527,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$93,598
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Custer

Custer is a quiet, rural community in Whatcom County, tucked comfortably between Ferndale and the Canadian border. Founded in the late 1800s by a local storekeeper and postmaster, it offers a peaceful slice of Pacific Northwest country living. Families here are served by the Ferndale School District, and residents enjoy wide open spaces alongside quick drives to Birch Bay and Bellingham. It makes a great home base for anyone looking for a relaxed small-town feel with easy access to both the coast and everyday conveniences.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingLow Heat ImpactA+99.8rating

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