Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Ferndale.
Updated July 2026
Ferndale, WA has 7 licensed assisted living homes (84 beds, averaging 12.0 per home). It sits in Whatcom County, a strong RAL market scoring 7.9/10, with 17,115 seniors 75+ growing 19.1%.
Licensed homes
7
Ferndale
Licensed beds
84
total
Avg home size
12.0 beds
per home
County opportunity
7.9/10
Strong
The Ferndale assisted living market
Ferndale has 7 licensed assisted living homes totaling 84 beds — an average of 12.0 beds per home, a mix of small homes and larger communities. As part of Whatcom County, it draws on a 75+ population of 17,115 growing 19.1%, with a senior median income of $63,400. See the full Whatcom County market or all Washington top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Ferndale, WA?
Ferndale has 7 licensed assisted living homes with about 84 total beds.
Is Ferndale a good place to open an assisted living home?
Ferndale is in Whatcom County, which scores 7.9/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 19.1%. Current local supply is 7 homes.
What county is Ferndale in?
Ferndale is in Whatcom County, Washington.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Washington licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.