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The Pros of living in Gig Harbor are things like its safety, great schools, sense of community, and proximity to many things to do in the surrounding natural beauty. Cons mostly center around housing cost and regional traffic. Read on for a more details explanation of the pros and cons of this town.

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The median home price in Gig Harbor is $675,000 with a median price per sqft of $369. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Gig Harbor to be 132.5% of the national average. This makes it one of the more expensive cities in the US.

AVERAGE HOME PRICE in 2021: $725K

As you can see from the average home price, Gig Harbor is one of the more affluent cities on the Peninsula and has a reputation as such.

With a crime rate of 62 per one thousand residents, Gig Harbor has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 16.

Gig Harbor's housing expenses are 106% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 1% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 17% higher than the national average. Gig Harbor has grocery prices that are 22% higher than the national average.

Due to its close access to several state and city parks, and historic waterfront that includes boutiques and fine dining, it has become a popular tourist destination.

Gig Harbor Reviews

Gig Harbor is a beautiful city but only a decent place to live. Housing is costly, crime is rising, and there aren't many career opportunities. Gig Harbor is a nice town. Most of the people who live here are rich and it shows.