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Oak Harbor, Washington

Oak Harbor is a city located on Whidbey Island in Island County, Washington, United States.
Population 24,622

Top Events in Oak Harbor History

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1915Government
Oak Harbor was incorporated on May 14, 1915.
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1935Military
The city grew following the completion of Deception Pass Bridge on July 31, 1935, and Naval Air Station Whidbey Island on September 21, 1942.
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2000History
=== 2000 census === As of the 2000 census, there were 19,795 people, 7,333 households, and 5,265 families living in the city.
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2010History
=== 2010 census === As of the 2010 census, there were 22,075 people, 8,677 households, and 5,789 families living in the city.
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2020Government
== Government == Oak Harbor has favored Republican candidates in each presidential election in the 21st century, though by less than a percentage point in 2020.
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2024History
Kamala Harris ultimately flipped the city in 2024.

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Historical Timeline

1915Government
Oak Harbor was incorporated on May 14, 1915.
1935Military
The city grew following the completion of Deception Pass Bridge on July 31, 1935, and Naval Air Station Whidbey Island on September 21, 1942.
2000History
=== 2000 census === As of the 2000 census, there were 19,795 people, 7,333 households, and 5,265 families living in the city.
2010History
=== 2010 census === As of the 2010 census, there were 22,075 people, 8,677 households, and 5,789 families living in the city.
2020Government
== Government == Oak Harbor has favored Republican candidates in each presidential election in the 21st century, though by less than a percentage point in 2020.
2024History
Kamala Harris ultimately flipped the city in 2024.

Did You Know?

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Oak Harbor is located in the state of Washington.
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Oak Harbor has a population of 24,622 residents.
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The population was 24,622 at the 2020 census.

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Famous People from Oak Harbor, Washington

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Ken Lee (linebacker)
Gridiron Football Player · Born Sep 3, 1948 · Age 77
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Lamont Brightful
Football Player · Born Jan 29, 1979 · Age 47
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Sarah X Dylan
Radio, Television Personality · Born Oct 9, 1980 · Age 45
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Orson Christensen
Football Coach
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Lyle F. Bull
Us Navy Admiral · Born Apr 8, 1938 · Died May 4, 2018 (age 80)
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