San Juan Islands, WA relocation guide
Moving to Glacier, WA
$544,600Median home value
Whatcom CountyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Glacier
Glacier is a tiny mountain community in Whatcom County, Washington, at the gateway to Mount Baker. About 340 residents live among cabins, lodges, and the small commercial strip along the Mount Baker Highway. It's the last stop for gas and food before the ski area, serving skiers, hikers, and climbers year-round.
Home prices in Glacier
The median home value in Glacier is $544,600.
Top places in Glacier
- Mount Baker Ski Area — about 20 minutes east up the highway.
- Mount Baker Wilderness — trailheads including Artist Point and Chain Lakes.
- Nooksack Falls — roadside waterfall viewpoint minutes east.
- North Fork Brewery — pizza and beer garden on the highway.
Commuting from Glacier
- Bellingham International Airport is about 1 hour west.
- The Mount Baker Highway (SR 542) is the only route in and out.
- No transit; winter conditions common.
Glacier FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Glacier, WA?
The median home value in Glacier is $544,600. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Glacier, WA?
Bellingham International Airport is about 1 hour west.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.