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Montesano, WA

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Population
4,181
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
64 ft
Median Home Value
$354,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$67,540
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Montesano

Montesano is a friendly small town of around 4,100 residents in southwest Washington's Chehalis River valley. As the Grays Harbor County seat, it has a historic downtown centered around a striking 1911 domed courthouse. Daily life moves at a relaxed pace along quiet, tree-lined streets, and the community comes together throughout the year for local traditions like the December Festival of Lights.

Grays Harbor County Courthouse 03

Outdoor recreation is easy to find, with Lake Sylvia State Park offering hiking trails, fishing, and camping just north of town. Families are served by a close-knit local school district, and the town sits in a convenient spot along Highway 12 between the Pacific coast and Olympia. It is a comfortable, grounded place to live with easy access to both nature and neighboring cities.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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