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Washington Overview

Nov 11, 1889
INCORPORATED
71,298
TOTAL AREA [ SQ MI ]
66,449
LAND AREA [ SQ MI ]
4,849
WATER AREA [ SQ MI ]
1,700
ELEVATION AVG [ FT ]
14,410
ELEVATION HIGH [ FT ]
Sea Level
ELEVATION LOW [ FT ]
115.7
POP DENSITY [ PPL / SQ MI ]
99301
LARGEST ZIP CODE
Seattle
LARGEST CITY
King County
LARGEST COUNTY
7,688,549
TOTAL POPULATION
3,877,918
MALE POPULATION
3,810,631
FEMALE POPULATION
101.77
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.26
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$48,685
PER CAPITA INCOME
$108,285
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$90,325
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,222
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,011,152
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Washington Area Codes

Largest Zip Codes by Population in Washington

The largest zip codes in Washington by population are 99301 (85,210), 98052 (77,324), 98012 (75,555), 98682 (66,821), and 98208 (60,723).
85,210 (1.11%)
77,324 (1.01%)
75,555 (0.98%)
66,821 (0.87%)
60,723 (0.79%)
58,172 (0.76%)
56,646 (0.74%)
54,457 (0.71%)
52,794 (0.69%)
52,636 (0.68%)
51,878 (0.67%)
51,384 (0.67%)
51,329 (0.67%)
51,329 (0.67%)
50,921 (0.66%)
50,837 (0.66%)
50,778 (0.66%)
50,679 (0.66%)
50,582 (0.66%)
50,302 (0.65%)
49,910 (0.65%)
49,667 (0.65%)
49,338 (0.64%)
48,874 (0.64%)
46,959 (0.61%)
46,796 (0.61%)
46,117 (0.60%)
45,929 (0.60%)
45,703 (0.59%)
45,555 (0.59%)
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Largest Cities by Population in Washington

The largest cities in Washington by population are Seattle (734,603), Spokane (227,922), Tacoma (219,234), Vancouver (190,700), and Bellevue (150,606).
734,603 (9.55%)
227,922 (2.96%)
219,234 (2.85%)
190,700 (2.48%)
150,606 (1.96%)
135,169 (1.76%)
110,847 (1.44%)
105,355 (1.37%)
103,761 (1.35%)
99,614 (1.30%)
96,764 (1.26%)
92,015 (1.20%)
91,353 (1.19%)
85,623 (1.11%)
83,823 (1.09%)
77,274 (1.01%)
73,728 (0.96%)
70,847 (0.92%)
67,835 (0.88%)
66,586 (0.87%)
63,142 (0.82%)
60,867 (0.79%)
58,673 (0.76%)
56,263 (0.73%)
55,151 (0.72%)
51,505 (0.67%)
47,917 (0.62%)
43,983 (0.57%)
42,705 (0.56%)
42,610 (0.55%)
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Largest Counties by Population in Washington

The largest counties in Washington by population are King County (2,254,371), Pierce County (918,993), Snohomish County (828,337), Spokane County (538,711), and Clark County (504,091).
2,254,371 (29.32%)
918,993 (11.95%)
828,337 (10.77%)
538,711 (7.01%)
504,091 (6.56%)
294,272 (3.83%)
275,411 (3.58%)
256,143 (3.33%)
226,523 (2.95%)
207,560 (2.70%)
129,480 (1.68%)
110,621 (1.44%)
99,145 (1.29%)
96,692 (1.26%)
86,510 (1.13%)
82,663 (1.08%)
79,076 (1.03%)
77,333 (1.01%)
75,672 (0.98%)
66,053 (0.86%)
62,150 (0.81%)
47,141 (0.61%)
46,774 (0.61%)
44,424 (0.58%)
43,189 (0.56%)
42,336 (0.55%)
33,006 (0.43%)
23,396 (0.30%)
22,798 (0.30%)
22,370 (0.29%)
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Race in Washington

The most populous races in Washington are White / Caucasian (5,374,874 | 69.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1,037,153 | 13.5%), and Two or more Races (759,279 | 9.9%).
Race in Washington
Race# Population% Population
Asian708,6479.2%
Black / African American301,4773.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific53,0030.7%
Hispanic or Latino1,037,15313.5%
Native / Alaskan91,6981.2%
White / Caucasian5,374,87469.9%
Two or more Races759,2799.9%
Some other Race399,5715.2%
Total7,688,549100.0%

Ancestry in Washington

The most populous ancestries reported in Washington are German (1,152,811 | 15.0%), English (868,037 | 11.3%), Mexican (793,289 | 10.3%), Irish (761,455 | 9.9%), and Norwegian (332,142 | 4.3%), together accounting for 50.8% of all Washington residents.
Ancestry in Washington
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan5,9960.1%
African33,7880.4%
Alaska Native2,4320.0%
Alaskan Athabascan1,7960.0%
Albanian1,4000.0%
Aleut3,0390.0%
Alsatian3010.0%
American285,0613.7%
Apache3,9530.1%
Arab39,6590.5%
Arapaho1150.0%
Argentinean3,7910.1%
Armenian6,9490.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac4200.0%
Australian4,6100.1%
Austrian17,8980.2%
Bahamian3140.0%
Bangladeshi4,7300.1%
Barbadian3860.0%
Basque3,1280.0%
Belgian7,5290.1%
Belizean7750.0%
Bermudan500.0%
Bhutanese93,1231.2%
Blackfeet12,7760.2%
Bolivian1,3910.0%
Brazilian8,3460.1%
British69,5370.9%
British West Indian5780.0%
Bulgarian4,5630.1%
Burmese100,1591.3%
Cajun1,0880.0%
Cambodian2,5650.0%
Canadian26,3100.3%
Cape Verdean1210.0%
Carpatho Rusyn2600.0%
Celtic2,2750.0%
Central American73,2720.9%
Central American Indian6,1120.1%
Cherokee29,4660.4%
Cheyenne8420.0%
Chickasaw1,7900.0%
Chilean4,3690.1%
Chinese6220.0%
Chippewa7,7500.1%
Choctaw6,1390.1%
Colombian11,8840.2%
Colville8,8850.1%
Comanche7910.0%
Costa Rican3,2530.0%
Cree1,1440.0%
Creek1,7750.0%
Croatian13,6390.2%
Crow5880.0%
Cuban11,5940.2%
Cypriot670.0%
Czech27,5700.4%
Czechoslovakian6,2440.1%
Danish61,4970.8%
Delaware6600.0%
Dominican4,2720.1%
Dutch123,1311.6%
Dutch West Indian900.0%
Eastern European21,4870.3%
Ecuadorian3,4890.1%
Egyptian4,8810.1%
English868,03711.3%
Estonian1,5830.0%
Ethiopian25,5750.3%
European254,9883.3%
Fijian4,9160.1%
Filipino14,5050.2%
Finnish47,1920.6%
French197,0492.6%
French American Indian2,9090.0%
French Canadian44,1810.6%
German1,152,81115.0%
German Russian7330.0%
Ghanaian1,4300.0%
Greek24,9780.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro20,3590.3%
Guatemalan23,0520.3%
Guyanese7410.0%
Haitian3,0070.0%
Hmong480.0%
Honduran11,0720.1%
Hopi5080.0%
Houma580.0%
Hungarian20,4830.3%
Icelander5,7270.1%
Indian (Asian)203,9022.6%
Indonesian5,2070.1%
Inupiat1,9270.0%
Iranian15,0150.2%
Iraqi5,1910.1%
Irish761,4559.9%
Iroquois2,5930.0%
Israeli2,2110.0%
Italian250,5683.3%
Jamaican7,7070.1%
Japanese28,1180.4%
Jordanian2,2350.0%
Kenyan8,3040.1%
Kiowa2360.0%
Korean187,5132.4%
Laotian5,4550.1%
Latvian3,3460.0%
Lebanese8,7740.1%
Liberian1,3860.0%
Lithuanian12,5430.2%
Lumbee2330.0%
Luxembourger8990.0%
Macedonian8690.0%
Malaysian11,8550.2%
Maltese5330.0%
Marshallese1,2410.0%
Menominee2190.0%
Mexican793,28910.3%
Mexican American Indian15,0970.2%
Mongolian1,3580.0%
Moroccan2,7360.0%
Native Hawaiian30,4310.4%
Navajo4,1920.1%
Nepalese9520.0%
New Zealander1,4140.0%
Nicaraguan3,6050.1%
Nigerian6,5140.1%
Northern European36,4180.5%
Norwegian332,1424.3%
Okinawan7270.0%
Osage8080.0%
Ottawa1680.0%
Paiute4960.0%
Pakistani14,4630.2%
Palestinian2,5740.0%
Panamanian4,8740.1%
Paraguayan2320.0%
Pennsylvania German2,5200.0%
Peruvian8,6920.1%
Pima810.0%
Polish123,2531.6%
Portuguese27,0490.4%
Potawatomi1,2960.0%
Pueblo1,2920.0%
Puerto Rican41,4690.5%
Puget Sound Salish19,5930.3%
Romanian20,0510.3%
Russian81,6321.1%
Salvadoran26,9760.4%
Samoan25,0100.3%
Scandinavian72,4400.9%
Scotch-Irish78,1381.0%
Scottish194,7842.5%
Seminole7080.0%
Senegalese5260.0%
Serbian3,3440.0%
Shoshone6170.0%
Sierra Leonean1760.0%
Sioux7,6980.1%
Slavic3,9610.1%
Slovak6,5310.1%
Slovene3,1460.0%
Somali15,8320.2%
South African2,1920.0%
South American38,9560.5%
South American Indian1,1350.0%
Soviet Union100.0%
Spaniard26,9620.4%
Spanish19,8230.3%
Spanish American4890.0%
Spanish American Indian1240.0%
Sri Lankan103,9011.3%
Subsaharan African107,1281.4%
Sudanese1,7390.0%
Swedish203,1802.6%
Swiss30,9100.4%
Syrian2,3630.0%
Taiwanese700.0%
Thai154,7822.0%
Tlingit-Haida6,3220.1%
Tohono O'Odham1430.0%
Tongan2,3730.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian1,6230.0%
Tsimshian8630.0%
Turkish8,5890.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander1160.0%
Ugandan1,3160.0%
Ukrainian64,0730.8%
Uruguayan5820.0%
Ute3230.0%
Venezuelan4,2520.1%
Vietnamese1,5370.0%
Welsh65,3960.9%
West Indian1,9770.0%
Yakama8,7200.1%
Yaqui1,1970.0%
Yugoslavian9,1260.1%
Yuman920.0%
Yup'ik1,0910.0%
Zimbabwean1460.0%
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Immigrants in Washington

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Washington came from Asia (510,929 | 6.7%), Latin America (324,167 | 4.2%), Central America (280,479 | 3.6%), Mexico (241,655 | 3.1%), and Eastern Asia (177,658 | 2.3%), together accounting for 20.0% of all Washington residents.
Immigrants in Washington
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan5,8510.1%
Africa73,5191.0%
Albania5030.0%
Argentina2,2840.0%
Armenia1,1700.0%
Asia510,9296.7%
Australia4,4990.1%
Austria7090.0%
Azores650.0%
Bahamas1640.0%
Bangladesh1,5360.0%
Barbados940.0%
Belarus4,1770.1%
Belgium8610.0%
Belize5020.0%
Bolivia7200.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina3,8250.1%
Brazil9,3590.1%
Bulgaria2,8580.0%
Cambodia10,9930.1%
Cameroon3010.0%
Canada47,2380.6%
Caribbean12,6270.2%
Central America280,4793.6%
Chile2,2210.0%
China109,8621.4%
Colombia5,6400.1%
Congo4200.0%
Costa Rica1,3570.0%
Croatia4650.0%
Cuba3,1470.0%
Czechoslovakia1,7680.0%
Denmark1,6420.0%
Dominica750.0%
Dominican Republic1,3130.0%
Eastern Africa48,1530.6%
Eastern Asia177,6582.3%
Eastern Europe95,8911.3%
Ecuador1,5590.0%
Egypt3,0830.0%
El Salvador13,7450.2%
England9,4570.1%
Eritrea4,6880.1%
Ethiopia17,9380.2%
Europe163,4732.1%
Fiji2,3140.0%
France4,9510.1%
Germany17,7610.2%
Ghana1,7020.0%
Greece8190.0%
Grenada530.0%
Guatemala13,8550.2%
Guyana4120.0%
Haiti2,4210.0%
Honduras6,5000.1%
Hong Kong8,7850.1%
Hungary1,6730.0%
India101,3531.3%
Indonesia3,9950.1%
Iran10,4990.1%
Iraq6,2590.1%
Ireland2,8120.0%
Israel2,5060.0%
Italy2,5510.0%
Jamaica3,4710.1%
Japan17,4530.2%
Jordan1,7070.0%
Kazakhstan2,4240.0%
Kenya12,7350.2%
Korea48,8860.6%
Kuwait5870.0%
Laos5,9260.1%
Latin America324,1674.2%
Latvia8950.0%
Lebanon2,0310.0%
Liberia1,1500.0%
Lithuania7810.0%
Malaysia2,9410.0%
Mexico241,6553.1%
Micronesia4,1440.1%
Middle Africa2,0620.0%
Moldova4,5360.1%
Morocco1,7550.0%
Nepal2,6470.0%
Netherlands3,4140.0%
Nicaragua1,3490.0%
Nigeria2,6600.0%
North Macedonia2770.0%
Northern Africa7,1490.1%
Northern Europe31,9550.4%
Norway1,4600.0%
Oceania23,8850.3%
Pakistan6,2940.1%
Panama1,4440.0%
Peru4,9140.1%
Philippines71,6610.9%
Poland4,9630.1%
Portugal8010.0%
Romania7,5680.1%
Russia21,5400.3%
Saudi Arabia1,9700.0%
Scotland2,0200.0%
Senegal4620.0%
Serbia5170.0%
Sierra Leone1980.0%
Singapore1,6750.0%
Somalia8,5400.1%
South Africa3,3730.0%
South America31,0610.4%
South Central Asia136,5141.8%
South Eastern Asia172,3682.2%
Southern Europe6,3290.1%
Spain2,0900.0%
Sri Lanka8330.0%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines230.0%
Sudan1,3160.0%
Sweden2,1940.0%
Switzerland1,2590.0%
Syria1,6240.0%
Taiwan16,6070.2%
Thailand9,9370.1%
Trinidad and Tobago1,3510.0%
Turkey2,9700.0%
Uganda1,7540.0%
Ukraine35,8720.5%
Uruguay3960.0%
Uzbekistan2,6950.0%
Venezuela3,1800.0%
Vietnam62,0030.8%
West Indies930.0%
Western Africa11,1360.1%
Western Asia23,5760.3%
Western Europe29,0510.4%
Yemen4560.0%
Zaire1,1820.0%
Zimbabwe4120.0%
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Sex and Age in Washington

Sex and Age in Washington

The most populous age groups in Washington are 30 to 34 Years (308,042 | 7.9%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (284,451 | 7.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Washington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years225,973 (5.8%)214,199 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years240,433 (6.2%)225,449 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Years243,247 (6.3%)234,151 (6.1%)
15 to 19 Years237,579 (6.1%)226,563 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Years258,950 (6.7%)234,691 (6.2%)
25 to 29 Years298,936 (7.7%)272,327 (7.1%)
30 to 34 Years308,042 (7.9%)284,451 (7.5%)
35 to 39 Years287,849 (7.4%)268,015 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years260,931 (6.7%)248,272 (6.5%)
45 to 49 Years239,613 (6.2%)227,721 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years238,329 (6.1%)228,575 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years236,544 (6.1%)234,480 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years238,478 (6.1%)245,811 (6.5%)
65 to 69 Years200,689 (5.2%)213,598 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years157,865 (4.1%)178,338 (4.7%)
75 to 79 Years96,756 (2.5%)114,096 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years57,121 (1.5%)72,895 (1.9%)
85 Years and over50,583 (1.3%)86,999 (2.3%)
Total3,877,918 (100.0%)3,810,631 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Washington

Median Family Size in Washington

The median family size in Washington is 3.08 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,482,230 | 77.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.13 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (141,548 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.78 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Washington
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,482,230 (77.6%)3.13
Single Male/Father141,548 (7.4%)2.78
Single Female/Mother286,992 (15.0%)3.01
Total Families1,910,770 (100.0%)3.08

Median Household Size in Washington

The median household size in Washington is 2.53 persons per household, with single female/mother households (286,992 | 9.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.32 persons per household. non-family households (1,068,502 | 35.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.34 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Washington
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,482,230 (49.7%)3.16
Single Male/Father141,548 (4.8%)3.26
Single Female/Mother286,992 (9.6%)3.32
Non-family1,068,502 (35.9%)1.34
Total Households2,979,272 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in Washington

Out of a total of 2,979,272 households in Washington, 1,910,770 (64.1%) are family households, while 1,068,502 (35.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 835,054, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 803,383.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Washington
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-803,383 (27.0%)
2-Person Households835,054 (28.0%)216,977 (7.3%)
3-Person Households424,890 (14.3%)31,100 (1.0%)
4-Person Households378,181 (12.7%)10,950 (0.4%)
5-Person Households164,773 (5.5%)3,691 (0.1%)
6-Person Households64,679 (2.2%)1,052 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households43,193 (1.5%)1,349 (0.1%)
Total1,910,770 (64.1%)1,068,502 (35.9%)

Female Fertility in Washington

Fertility by Age in Washington

Average fertility rate in Washington is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Washington
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years1,545 (1.6%)7.0
20 to 34 years65,946 (69.3%)83.0
35 to 50 years27,628 (29.0%)35.0
Total95,119 (100.0%)53.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Washington

75.9% of women with births (95,119) in Washington are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 82.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 15.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Washington
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years266 (17.2%)1,279 (82.8%)
20 to 34 years48,536 (73.6%)17,410 (26.4%)
35 to 50 years23,373 (84.6%)4,255 (15.4%)
Total72,195 (75.9%)22,924 (24.1%)

Fertility by Education in Washington

Average fertility rate in Washington is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 60.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 32.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Washington
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School7,818 (8.2%)30.0
High School Diploma20,339 (21.4%)60.0
College or Associate's Degree30,433 (32.0%)54.0
Bachelor's Degree23,216 (24.4%)56.0
Graduate Degree13,313 (14.0%)57.0
Total95,119 (100.0%)53.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Washington

24.1% of women with births in Washington are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 95.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 41.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Washington
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School4,816 (61.6%)3,002 (38.4%)
High School Diploma11,959 (58.8%)8,380 (41.2%)
College or Associate's Degree21,425 (70.4%)9,008 (29.6%)
Bachelor's Degree21,219 (91.4%)1,997 (8.6%)
Graduate Degree12,714 (95.5%)599 (4.5%)
Total72,195 (75.9%)22,924 (24.1%)

Income in Washington

Income Overview in Washington

Per Capita Income in Washington is $48,685, while median incomes of families and households are $108,285 and $90,325 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income7,688,549$48,685
Median Family Income1,910,770$108,285
Mean Family Income1,910,770$142,582
Median Household Income2,979,272$90,325
Mean Household Income2,979,272$122,880
Income Deficit1,910,770$11,222
Wage / Income Gap (%)7,688,54930.93%
Wage / Income Gap ($)7,688,54969.07¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7,688,5490.46

Earnings by Sex in Washington

Average Earnings in Washington are $49,003, $58,197 for men and $40,196 for women, a difference of 30.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Washington
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,285,343 (54.2%)$58,197
Female1,926,987 (45.8%)$40,196
Total4,212,330 (100.0%)$49,003

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Washington

The most common earnings brackets in Washington are $100,000+ for men (609,413 | 26.7%) and $100,000+ for women (272,931 | 14.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Washington
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less78,664 (3.4%)103,354 (5.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99955,586 (2.4%)70,719 (3.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49957,107 (2.5%)72,096 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99940,182 (1.8%)52,507 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $12,49947,918 (2.1%)62,718 (3.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99938,685 (1.7%)52,278 (2.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49940,692 (1.8%)52,036 (2.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99931,689 (1.4%)41,872 (2.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49942,080 (1.8%)52,312 (2.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99953,056 (2.3%)62,705 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99998,129 (4.3%)116,148 (6.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999106,407 (4.7%)115,845 (6.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99995,673 (4.2%)104,535 (5.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99999,825 (4.4%)96,701 (5.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999103,652 (4.5%)91,648 (4.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99990,403 (4.0%)74,564 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999169,926 (7.4%)134,162 (7.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999146,499 (6.4%)108,392 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999279,757 (12.2%)189,464 (9.8%)
$100,000+609,413 (26.7%)272,931 (14.2%)
Total2,285,343 (100.0%)1,926,987 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Washington

Average earnings in Washington are $67,188 for men and $46,362 for women, a difference of 31.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $121,638, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $39,619. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $82,238, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $26,068.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Washington
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,619$26,068
High School Diploma$50,370$34,151
College or Associate's Degree$59,576$40,443
Bachelor's Degree$92,256$59,331
Graduate Degree$121,638$82,238
Total$67,188$46,362

Family Income in Washington

Family Income Brackets in Washington

According to the Washington family income data, there are 412,726 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 22,929 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Washington
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00045,8582.4%
$10,000 to $14,99922,9291.2%
$15,000 to $24,99959,2343.1%
$25,000 to $34,99976,4314.0%
$35,000 to $49,999143,3087.5%
$50,000 to $74,999267,50814.0%
$75,000 to $99,999261,77513.7%
$100,000 to $149,999412,72621.6%
$150,000 to $199,999252,22213.2%
$200,000+370,68919.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Washington

4-person families (353,836 | 18.5%) account for the highest median family income in Washington with $131,054 per family, while 2-person families (905,599 | 47.4%) have the highest median income of $47,944 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Washington
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families905,599 (47.4%)$95,889
3-Person Families414,719 (21.7%)$113,489
4-Person Families353,836 (18.5%)$131,054
5-Person Families145,979 (7.6%)$116,473
6-Person Families56,110 (2.9%)$114,664
7+ Person Families34,527 (1.8%)$120,002
Total1,910,770 (100.0%)$108,285

Family Income by Number of Earners in Washington

The median family income in Washington is $108,285, with families comprising 3+ earners (209,880) having the highest median family income of $159,285, while families with no earners (276,448) have the lowest median family income of $61,447, accounting for 11.0% and 14.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Washington
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners276,448 (14.5%)$61,447
1 Earner597,295 (31.3%)$80,743
2 Earners827,147 (43.3%)$134,197
3+ Earners209,880 (11.0%)$159,285
Total1,910,770 (100.0%)$108,285

Household Income in Washington

Household Income Brackets in Washington

With 566,062 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Washington, accounting for 19.0% of all households. In contrast, only 83,420 households (2.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Washington
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000110,2333.7%
$10,000 to $14,99983,4202.8%
$15,000 to $24,999157,9015.3%
$25,000 to $34,999169,8195.7%
$35,000 to $49,999271,1149.1%
$50,000 to $74,999452,84915.2%
$75,000 to $99,999387,30513.0%
$100,000 to $149,999566,06219.0%
$150,000 to $199,999321,76110.8%
$200,000+458,80815.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Washington

The median household income in Washington is $90,325, with the highest median household income of $109,939 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,045,712 households (35.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $51,503, with 123,362 households (4.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Washington
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years123,362 (4.1%)$51,503
25 to 44 Years1,064,127 (35.7%)$101,586
45 to 64 Years1,045,712 (35.1%)$109,939
65+ Years746,071 (25.0%)$62,564
Total2,979,272 (100.0%)$90,325

Poverty in Washington

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington

With 8.9% poverty level for males and 10.8% for females among the residents of Washington, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 48,680 males (15.0%) and 58,165 females (19.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28,744 (13.0%)25,682 (12.2%)
5 Years5,556 (12.1%)5,339 (12.3%)
6 to 11 Years34,825 (12.2%)32,667 (12.2%)
12 to 14 Years15,492 (10.9%)16,031 (11.6%)
15 Years6,171 (12.7%)5,288 (11.3%)
16 and 17 Years9,212 (9.9%)9,866 (11.1%)
18 to 24 Years48,680 (15.0%)58,165 (19.2%)
25 to 34 Years44,344 (7.4%)65,138 (11.7%)
35 to 44 Years36,963 (6.8%)48,707 (9.5%)
45 to 54 Years31,685 (6.7%)36,099 (7.9%)
55 to 64 Years39,787 (8.4%)45,677 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years25,115 (7.1%)31,118 (8.0%)
75 Years and over13,510 (6.8%)27,677 (10.5%)
Total340,084 (8.9%)407,454 (10.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington

According to the poverty statistics in Washington, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.3% of males and 92.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years192,874 (87.0%)184,025 (87.7%)
5 Years40,346 (87.9%)37,940 (87.7%)
6 to 11 Years250,825 (87.8%)235,527 (87.8%)
12 to 14 Years127,167 (89.1%)122,590 (88.4%)
15 Years42,604 (87.4%)41,620 (88.7%)
16 and 17 Years84,186 (90.1%)79,458 (88.9%)
18 to 24 Years275,409 (85.0%)245,198 (80.8%)
25 to 34 Years551,130 (92.5%)489,382 (88.2%)
35 to 44 Years504,673 (93.2%)466,568 (90.5%)
45 to 54 Years441,767 (93.3%)419,264 (92.1%)
55 to 64 Years431,992 (91.6%)432,992 (90.5%)
65 to 74 Years330,513 (92.9%)357,611 (92.0%)
75 Years and over185,468 (93.2%)234,975 (89.5%)
Total3,458,954 (91.0%)3,347,150 (89.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Washington

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Washington show that 3.3% or 48,682 of the total 1,482,230 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 17.2%, comprising of 2,252 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.7%, which includes 22,945 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Washington
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children837,758 (97.3%)22,945 (2.7%)
1 or 2 Children478,550 (97.0%)14,973 (3.0%)
3 or 4 Children106,439 (92.6%)8,512 (7.4%)
5 or more Children10,801 (82.8%)2,252 (17.2%)
Total1,433,548 (96.7%)48,682 (3.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Washington

According to the poverty data in Washington, 9.3% or 13,111 single-father households and 20.7% or 59,519 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 596 households (54.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 1,685 households (61.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Washington
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children2,983 (5.0%)9,165 (8.5%)
1 or 2 Children7,212 (10.4%)35,682 (24.2%)
3 or 4 Children2,320 (21.2%)12,987 (45.5%)
5 or more Children596 (54.4%)1,685 (61.7%)
Total13,111 (9.3%)59,519 (20.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Washington

The poverty data for Washington shows that 48,682 of the married-couple family households (3.3%) and 72,630 of the single-parent households (17.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,252 households (17.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,281 household (59.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Washington
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children22,945 (2.7%)12,148 (7.2%)
1 or 2 Children14,973 (3.0%)42,894 (19.8%)
3 or 4 Children8,512 (7.4%)15,307 (38.8%)
5 or more Children2,252 (17.2%)2,281 (59.6%)
Total48,682 (3.3%)72,630 (17.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Washington

Employment by Class of Employer in Washington

Among the 3,722,716 employed individuals in Washington, private company employees (2,423,449 | 65.1%), not-for-profit organizations (309,688 | 8.3%), and local government employees (264,023 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Washington
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,423,44965.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)147,3454.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)202,4365.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations309,6888.3%
Local Government Employees264,0237.1%
State Government Employees196,0405.3%
Federal Government Employees172,7044.6%
Unpaid Family Workers7,0310.2%
Total3,722,716100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Washington

According to the labor force statistics for Washington, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,209,213), 64.6% or 4,011,152 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 200,558 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 84.5% or 482,717 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.6% or 24,391 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Washington
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years146,935 (39.9%)24,391 (16.6%)
20 to 24 Years388,989 (78.8%)34,231 (8.8%)
25 to 29 Years482,717 (84.5%)25,584 (5.3%)
30 to 34 Years492,954 (83.2%)22,676 (4.6%)
35 to 44 Years885,071 (83.1%)36,288 (4.1%)
45 to 54 Years769,812 (82.4%)27,713 (3.6%)
55 to 59 Years349,029 (74.1%)12,565 (3.6%)
60 to 64 Years280,888 (58.0%)10,112 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years186,122 (24.8%)6,328 (3.4%)
75 Years and over28,229 (5.9%)1,101 (3.9%)
Total4,011,152 (64.6%)200,558 (5.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Washington

According to labor force statistics for Washington, 79.2% of individuals (3,261,752) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,118,374) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 133,732 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.3% or 1,380,535 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.0% or 15,078 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Washington
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School215,403 (65.9%)22,880 (7.0%)
High School Diploma643,691 (73.3%)47,421 (5.4%)
College / Associate Degree1,020,712 (77.7%)59,115 (4.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,380,535 (86.3%)44,791 (2.8%)
Total3,261,752 (79.2%)168,853 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Washington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Washington are Management (449,702 | 12.0%), Community & Social Service (402,137 | 10.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (381,225 | 10.2%), Computers & Mathematics (227,306 | 6.1%), and Business & Financial (222,869 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Washington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Washington, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (82.5%), Computers & Mathematics (76.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (75.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (72.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.3%), and Health Technologists (71.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Washington
OccupationMaleFemale
Management265,363 (59.0%)184,339 (41.0%)
Business & Financial100,818 (45.2%)122,051 (54.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science286,866 (75.2%)94,359 (24.7%)
Computers & Mathematics174,021 (76.6%)53,285 (23.4%)
Architecture & Engineering86,439 (82.5%)18,288 (17.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science26,406 (53.7%)22,786 (46.3%)
Community & Social Service 135,849 (33.8%)266,288 (66.2%)
Education, Arts & Media23,106 (33.8%)45,349 (66.2%)
Legal Services & Support18,097 (44.9%)22,220 (55.1%)
Education Instruction & Library58,624 (27.2%)156,588 (72.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment36,022 (46.1%)42,131 (53.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating57,791 (27.7%)150,598 (72.3%)
Health Technologists42,628 (28.4%)107,420 (71.6%)
Total (Category)846,687 (50.9%)817,635 (49.1%)
Total (Overall)2,027,819 (54.0%)1,724,257 (46.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Washington are Food Preparation & Serving (192,971 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (133,221 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (111,924 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (89,837 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (68,041 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Washington

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Washington, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (81.6%), Security & Protection (78.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (76.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (82.6%), Personal Care & Service (80.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (55.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Washington
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support23,171 (17.4%)110,050 (82.6%)
Security & Protection53,441 (78.5%)14,600 (21.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention32,702 (76.7%)9,911 (23.3%)
Law Enforcement20,739 (81.6%)4,689 (18.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving86,575 (44.9%)106,396 (55.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance69,946 (62.5%)41,978 (37.5%)
Personal Care & Service17,870 (19.9%)71,967 (80.1%)
Total (Category)251,003 (42.1%)344,991 (57.9%)
Total (Overall)2,027,819 (54.0%)1,724,257 (46.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Washington are Office & Administration (367,505 | 9.8%), and Sales & Related (329,879 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Washington

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Washington
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related167,088 (50.6%)162,791 (49.3%)
Office & Administration97,719 (26.6%)269,786 (73.4%)
Total (Category)264,807 (38.0%)432,577 (62.0%)
Total (Overall)2,027,819 (54.0%)1,724,257 (46.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Washington are Construction & Extraction (184,493 | 4.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (109,884 | 2.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (56,699 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Washington

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Washington
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry41,489 (73.2%)15,210 (26.8%)
Construction & Extraction176,915 (95.9%)7,578 (4.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair105,005 (95.6%)4,879 (4.4%)
Total (Category)323,409 (92.1%)27,667 (7.9%)
Total (Overall)2,027,819 (54.0%)1,724,257 (46.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Washington are Production (166,512 | 4.4%), Transportation (139,351 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (137,437 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Washington

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Washington
OccupationMaleFemale
Production125,619 (75.4%)40,893 (24.6%)
Transportation116,519 (83.6%)22,832 (16.4%)
Material Moving99,775 (72.6%)37,662 (27.4%)
Total (Category)341,913 (77.1%)101,387 (22.9%)
Total (Overall)2,027,819 (54.0%)1,724,257 (46.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Washington

Employment Industries in Washington

The major employment industries in Washington include Health Care & Social Assistance (489,181 | 13.0%), Retail Trade (438,819 | 11.7%), Professional & Scientific (387,636 | 10.3%), Manufacturing (346,299 | 9.2%), and Educational Services (311,393 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries in Washington

Employment Industries by Sex in Washington

The Washington industries that see more men than women are Construction (87.4%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (87.1%), and Utilities (76.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (76.4%), Educational Services (69.0%), and Enterprise Management (62.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Washington
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting66,189 (73.8%)23,513 (26.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction2,830 (87.1%)418 (12.9%)
Construction235,960 (87.4%)34,039 (12.6%)
Manufacturing259,463 (74.9%)86,836 (25.1%)
Wholesale Trade64,682 (69.9%)27,913 (30.1%)
Retail Trade233,577 (53.2%)205,242 (46.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing135,904 (73.7%)48,471 (26.3%)
Utilities22,756 (76.4%)7,012 (23.6%)
Information58,949 (66.5%)29,747 (33.5%)
Finance & Insurance50,849 (42.2%)69,566 (57.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing39,817 (50.6%)38,872 (49.4%)
Professional & Scientific229,681 (59.3%)157,955 (40.7%)
Enterprise Management2,208 (37.5%)3,682 (62.5%)
Administrative & Support87,407 (61.9%)53,886 (38.1%)
Educational Services96,685 (31.0%)214,708 (69.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance115,295 (23.6%)373,886 (76.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation40,614 (50.4%)39,921 (49.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services113,118 (46.7%)129,364 (53.3%)
Public Administration100,912 (54.2%)85,369 (45.8%)
Total2,027,819 (54.0%)1,724,257 (46.0%)

Education in Washington

School Enrollment in Washington

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,766,556 students in Washington are middle school (376,216 | 21.3%), high school (369,769 | 20.9%), and elementary school (363,818 | 20.6%).
School Enrollment in Washington
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool107,0916.1%
Kindergarten92,6385.2%
Elementary School363,81820.6%
Middle School376,21621.3%
High School369,76920.9%
College / Undergraduate363,76920.6%
Graduate / Professional93,2555.3%
Total1,766,556100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Washington

Out of a total of 1,766,556 students who are enrolled in schools in Washington, 282,649 (16.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,483,907 (84.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 42,419 (53.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 247,719 (91.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Washington
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds37,556 (47.0%)42,419 (53.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old364,991 (84.3%)68,230 (15.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds414,944 (89.1%)50,955 (10.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds247,719 (91.5%)23,054 (8.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds110,923 (87.3%)16,077 (12.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds133,945 (81.0%)31,314 (19.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds96,799 (80.0%)24,158 (20.0%)
35 Years and over76,408 (73.8%)27,064 (26.2%)
Total1,483,907 (84.0%)282,649 (16.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Washington

Business (346,697 | 15.6%), engineering (218,982 | 9.8%), social sciences (206,964 | 9.3%), education (196,488 | 8.8%), and science & technology (194,628 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 2,226,841 individuals in Washington who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Washington
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics155,0367.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural160,4987.2%
Physical & Health Sciences75,0823.4%
Psychology108,1414.9%
Social Sciences206,9649.3%
Engineering218,9829.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies25,3171.1%
Science & Technology194,6288.7%
Business346,69715.6%
Education196,4888.8%
Literature & Languages117,6475.3%
Liberal Arts & History114,6345.1%
Visual & Performing Arts102,8614.6%
Communications87,7813.9%
Arts & Humanities116,0855.2%
Total2,226,841100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Washington

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Washington

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Washington are males with 2 vehicles (781,475, accounting for 38.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (633,573, making up 46.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Washington
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle72,671 (3.6%)55,908 (3.3%)
1 Vehicle351,709 (17.5%)349,886 (20.9%)
2 Vehicles781,475 (38.8%)633,573 (37.9%)
3 Vehicles458,853 (22.8%)365,126 (21.8%)
4 Vehicles211,749 (10.5%)167,925 (10.0%)
5 or more Vehicles136,072 (6.8%)99,758 (6.0%)
Total2,012,529 (100.0%)1,672,176 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Washington

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Washington are 15 to 19 minutes (479,062 commuters, 15.2%), 20 to 24 minutes (435,313 commuters, 13.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (423,131 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in Washington
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes91,0602.9%
5 to 9 Minutes297,8579.5%
10 to 14 Minutes396,11012.6%
15 to 19 Minutes479,06215.2%
20 to 24 Minutes435,31313.8%
25 to 29 Minutes217,3956.9%
30 to 34 Minutes423,13113.4%
35 to 39 Minutes101,6023.2%
40 to 44 Minutes133,7974.3%
45 to 59 Minutes270,8988.6%
60 to 89 Minutes205,1806.5%
90 or more Minutes96,1273.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Washington

The most common commute times in Washington are 15 to 19 minutes (252,379 commuters, 14.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (226,683 commuters, 16.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Washington
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes47,735 (2.7%)43,325 (3.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes143,893 (8.2%)153,964 (11.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes201,748 (11.6%)194,362 (13.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes252,379 (14.4%)226,683 (16.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes235,218 (13.5%)200,095 (14.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes121,975 (7.0%)95,420 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes243,731 (14.0%)179,400 (12.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes59,598 (3.4%)42,004 (3.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes80,847 (4.6%)52,950 (3.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes166,091 (9.5%)104,807 (7.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes130,807 (7.5%)74,373 (5.3%)
90 or more Minutes62,912 (3.6%)33,215 (2.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Washington

The most frequent times of departure to work in Washington are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (207,037, 11.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (191,514, 13.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Washington
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM159,036 (9.1%)61,008 (4.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM112,262 (6.4%)42,399 (3.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM122,824 (7.0%)64,439 (4.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM180,048 (10.3%)99,305 (7.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM167,561 (9.6%)130,707 (9.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM207,037 (11.8%)191,514 (13.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM164,855 (9.4%)185,137 (13.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM152,178 (8.7%)156,986 (11.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM78,619 (4.5%)94,825 (6.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM109,888 (6.3%)113,520 (8.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM50,457 (2.9%)57,099 (4.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM23,794 (1.4%)26,486 (1.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM119,060 (6.8%)96,209 (6.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM99,315 (5.7%)80,964 (5.8%)
Total1,746,934 (100.0%)1,400,598 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Washington

Occupancy by Ownership in Washington

Of the total 2,979,272 dwellings in Washington, owner-occupied units account for 1,900,252 (63.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,079,020 (36.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Washington
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,900,25263.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,079,02036.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,979,272100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Washington

Occupancy by Household Size in Washington
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household803,38327.0%
2-Person Household1,052,03135.3%
3-Person Household455,99015.3%
4+ Person Household667,86822.4%
Total Housing Units2,979,272100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Washington

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Washington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household392,273 (48.8%)411,110 (51.2%)
2-Person Household732,662 (69.6%)319,369 (30.4%)
3-Person Household306,241 (67.2%)149,749 (32.8%)
4+ Person Household469,076 (70.2%)198,792 (29.8%)
Total Housing Units1,900,252 (63.8%)1,079,020 (36.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Washington

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Washington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School87,491 (46.7%)99,896 (53.3%)
High School Diploma318,758 (57.9%)231,462 (42.1%)
College/Associate Degree639,345 (62.4%)385,065 (37.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher854,658 (70.2%)362,597 (29.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Washington

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Washington
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years641,77721.5%
35 to 44 Years545,71218.3%
45 to 54 Years505,12417.0%
55 to 64 Years540,58818.1%
65 to 74 Years447,12415.0%
75 to 84 Years212,3877.1%
85 Years and Over86,5602.9%
Total2,979,272100.0%

Housing Finances in Washington

Median Income by Occupancy in Washington

Median Income by Occupancy in Washington
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,900,252 (63.8%)$110,930
Renter-Occupied1,079,020 (36.2%)$60,941
Average2,979,272 (100.0%)$90,325

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Washington

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Washington
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00027,126 (1.4%)42,474 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99915,680 (0.8%)25,308 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99924,618 (1.3%)58,701 (5.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99930,397 (1.6%)45,558 (4.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99935,293 (1.9%)45,677 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99978,332 (4.1%)92,166 (8.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999135,313 (7.1%)134,379 (12.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999253,612 (13.4%)199,304 (18.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999247,256 (13.0%)140,941 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999411,786 (21.7%)155,723 (14.4%)
$150,000 or more640,839 (33.7%)138,789 (12.9%)
Total1,900,252 (100.0%)1,079,020 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Washington

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Washington
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30053,591 (2.8%)26,007 (2.4%)
$300 to $499112,865 (5.9%)26,567 (2.5%)
$500 to $799241,207 (12.7%)65,589 (6.1%)
$800 to $999134,111 (7.1%)79,862 (7.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499281,964 (14.8%)272,391 (25.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999296,017 (15.6%)264,300 (24.5%)
$2,000 to $2,499261,286 (13.8%)162,728 (15.1%)
$2,500 to $2,999183,919 (9.7%)71,068 (6.6%)
$3,000 or more335,292 (17.6%)69,377 (6.4%)
Total1,900,252 (100.0%)1,079,020 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Washington

Housing Structures in Washington

Housing Structures in Washington
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,880,88463.1%
Single Unit, Attached128,3734.3%
2 Unit Apartments65,6332.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments103,5753.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments130,7934.4%
10 or more Apartments497,45216.7%
Mobile Home / Other172,5625.8%
Total2,979,272100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Washington

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Washington
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,606,707 (85.4%)274,177 (14.6%)
Single Unit, Attached69,358 (54.0%)59,015 (46.0%)
2 Unit Apartments10,752 (16.4%)54,881 (83.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12,733 (12.3%)90,842 (87.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments16,463 (12.6%)114,330 (87.4%)
10 or more Apartments52,027 (10.5%)445,425 (89.5%)
Mobile Home / Other132,212 (76.6%)40,350 (23.4%)
Total1,900,252 (63.8%)1,079,020 (36.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Washington

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Washington
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room9,326 (0.5%)87,824 (8.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms72,778 (3.8%)328,077 (30.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms499,821 (26.3%)436,420 (40.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms679,841 (35.8%)157,671 (14.6%)
8 or more Rooms638,486 (33.6%)69,028 (6.4%)
Total1,900,252 (100.0%)1,079,020 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Washington

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Washington
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas827,255 (43.5%)182,919 (17.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas78,330 (4.1%)15,343 (1.4%)
Electricity857,512 (45.1%)839,268 (77.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene36,330 (1.9%)8,222 (0.8%)
Coal or Coke337 (0.0%)124 (0.0%)
All other Fuels95,407 (5.0%)21,574 (2.0%)
No Fuel Used5,081 (0.3%)11,570 (1.1%)
Total1,900,252 (100.0%)1,079,020 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Washington

Household Vehicle Usage in Washington
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle40,914 (2.1%)164,477 (15.2%)
1 Vehicle417,337 (22.0%)463,367 (42.9%)
2 Vehicles779,328 (41.0%)316,757 (29.4%)
3 or more Vehicles662,673 (34.9%)134,419 (12.5%)
Total1,900,252 (100.0%)1,079,020 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Washington

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Washington

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units623,1881,277,064
Median Property Value$431,700$490,200
Median Household Income$78,097$505,985
Monthly Housing Costs$703$330,654
Real Estate Taxes$3,892$25,488

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Washington

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Washington
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00041,925 (6.7%)16,072 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99925,501 (4.1%)12,292 (1.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999131,175 (21.0%)205,427 (16.1%)
$300,000 to $499,999173,129 (27.8%)426,129 (33.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999122,055 (19.6%)308,510 (24.2%)
$750,000 to $999,99961,693 (9.9%)157,979 (12.4%)
$1,000,000 or more67,710 (10.9%)150,655 (11.8%)
Total623,188 (100.0%)1,277,064 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Washington

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Washington
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00024,096 (3.9%)17,396 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99956,287 (9.0%)18,710 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99945,011 (7.2%)34,021 (2.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99968,612 (11.0%)33,321 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999105,431 (16.9%)66,701 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99982,320 (13.2%)148,181 (11.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999106,577 (17.1%)164,936 (12.9%)
$150,000 or more134,854 (21.6%)305,209 (23.9%)
Total623,188 (100.0%)1,277,064 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Washington

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Washington
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x103,960 (16.7%)126,200 (9.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x74,652 (12.0%)152,961 (12.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x75,101 (12.0%)259,311 (20.3%)
4.0x or more363,000 (58.3%)250,857 (19.6%)
Total623,188 (100.0%)1,277,064 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Washington

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Washington
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80067,000 (10.7%)4,680 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,49944,703 (7.2%)42,771 (3.4%)
$800 to $1,499478,221 (76.7%)74,139 (5.8%)
Total623,188 (100.0%)1,277,064 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Washington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years517,043 (97.4%)13,993 (2.6%)
6 to 18 Years1,187,719 (96.9%)38,101 (3.1%)
19 to 25 Years588,806 (89.0%)73,002 (11.0%)
26 to 34 Years909,322 (88.8%)114,809 (11.2%)
35 to 44 Years943,439 (90.2%)102,739 (9.8%)
45 to 54 Years852,322 (92.0%)74,013 (8.0%)
55 to 64 Years891,704 (93.8%)58,533 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years737,864 (99.1%)6,493 (0.9%)
75 Years and older459,594 (99.6%)2,036 (0.4%)
Total7,087,813 (93.6%)483,719 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Washington

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Washington
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born517,043 (97.4%)13,993 (2.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,187,719 (96.9%)38,101 (3.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen588,806 (89.0%)73,002 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Washington

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Washington
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000530,562 (91.1%)51,679 (8.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999801,383 (90.1%)87,566 (9.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999941,384 (90.7%)96,813 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999916,502 (92.3%)75,957 (7.6%)
$100,000 and over3,824,514 (95.9%)163,466 (4.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6214,832 (40.5%)329,829 (62.1%)
6 to 18 Years466,153 (38.0%)791,137 (64.5%)
19 to 25 Years136,738 (20.7%)475,796 (71.9%)
25 to 34 Years194,959 (19.0%)749,982 (73.2%)
35 to 44 Years179,686 (17.2%)807,800 (77.2%)
45 to 54 Years150,334 (16.2%)739,721 (79.8%)
55 to 64 Years204,308 (21.5%)742,945 (78.2%)
65 to 74 Years697,553 (93.7%)445,424 (59.8%)
75 Years and over455,503 (98.7%)296,497 (64.2%)
Total2,700,066 (35.7%)5,379,131 (71.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Washington

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Washington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,458 (0.6%)1,238 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years44,069 (7.0%)26,876 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years72,678 (8.0%)70,542 (8.1%)
35 to 64 Years179,758 (12.2%)179,827 (12.4%)
65 to 74 Years93,708 (26.4%)89,736 (23.1%)
75 Years and over97,426 (49.0%)128,339 (48.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Washington

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Washington: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,101 (0.5%)697 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years3,752 (0.6%)3,241 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years8,726 (1.0%)6,272 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years53,831 (3.6%)30,519 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years48,997 (13.8%)24,262 (6.2%)
75 Years and over61,824 (31.1%)49,334 (18.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Washington: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years498 (0.2%)987 (0.5%)
5 to 17 Years6,041 (1.0%)5,024 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years11,115 (1.2%)11,639 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years31,051 (2.1%)31,066 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years13,220 (3.7%)15,482 (4.0%)
75 Years and over15,838 (8.0%)25,309 (9.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Washington: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years35,817 (5.7%)19,059 (3.2%)
18 to 34 Years49,547 (5.4%)45,280 (5.2%)
35 to 64 Years71,411 (4.8%)77,585 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years19,920 (5.6%)19,245 (5.0%)
75 Years and over24,916 (12.5%)39,541 (15.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Washington: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3,759 (0.6%)3,021 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years11,343 (1.3%)12,236 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years80,147 (5.4%)93,938 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years43,917 (12.3%)58,493 (15.0%)
75 Years and over53,738 (27.0%)89,843 (34.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Washington: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7,846 (1.3%)4,173 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years8,192 (0.9%)6,731 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years29,356 (2.0%)33,455 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years13,269 (3.7%)15,730 (4.1%)
75 Years and over21,550 (10.8%)37,661 (14.3%)

Technology Access in Washington

Computing Device Access in Washington

Computing Device Access in Washington
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,546,78085.5%
Smartphone2,703,26890.7%
Tablet2,025,16268.0%
No Computing Device114,7433.8%
Total2,979,272100.0%

Internet Access in Washington

Internet Access in Washington
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet5,2750.2%
Broadband Home2,366,95379.4%
Cellular Data Only268,6219.0%
Satellite Internet170,9365.7%
No Internet230,1277.7%
Total2,979,272100.0%

Washington Summary

Washington State is located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is bordered by the Canadian province of British Columbia to the north, Idaho to the east, Oregon to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Washington is the 18th largest state in the United States, with an area of 71,362 square miles, and the 13th most populous state, with a population of 7.4 million as of 2019.

History

The area that is now Washington State has been inhabited by Native American tribes for thousands of years. The first European explorers to visit the area were Spanish explorers in the late 1700s. In 1775, British explorer Captain George Vancouver explored the area and claimed it for Britain. In 1818, the United States and Britain signed the Treaty of 1818, which established the 49th parallel as the boundary between the two countries.
In 1853, Washington Territory was established, and in 1889, Washington became the 42nd state in the Union. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Washington experienced a period of rapid growth and development, as the population increased and the economy diversified. The state was also the site of several major labor disputes, including the Seattle General Strike of 1919.

Geography

Washington State is located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is bordered by the Canadian province of British Columbia to the north, Idaho to the east, Oregon to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Washington is the 18th largest state in the United States, with an area of 71,362 square miles.
The state is divided into two distinct regions: the Cascade Mountains and the Columbia Plateau. The Cascade Mountains run north to south through the western part of the state, and are home to several active volcanoes, including Mount Rainier, the highest peak in the state. The Columbia Plateau is located in the eastern part of the state, and is characterized by rolling hills and wide, open plains.

Economy

Washington State has a diverse and robust economy. The state’s largest industries include aerospace, agriculture, technology, and tourism. The state is also home to several major corporations, including Microsoft, Amazon, and Boeing.
In 2000, the state’s gross domestic product (GDP) was $206.3 billion, and the per capita income was $31,845. The unemployment rate was 4.9%, and the median household income was $50,902.

Demographics

As of 2019, the population of Washington State was estimated to be 7.4 million. The state is ethnically and racially diverse, with the largest ethnic groups being White (77.2%), Hispanic or Latino (11.2%), and Asian (7.2%).
The largest cities in the state are Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, Vancouver, Bellevue, and Everett. The state capital is Olympia.

Conclusion

Washington State is a diverse and vibrant state located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It has a rich history, diverse geography, and a robust economy. The state is home to a diverse population, with the largest ethnic groups being White, Hispanic or Latino, and Asian. Washington State is an important part of the United States, and its economy and population continue to grow and thrive.

Common Questions

When was Washington Incorporated?
Washington was Incorporated into the Union on Nov 11, 1889.
What is the Total Area of Washington?
Total Area of Washington is 71,298 Square Miles.
What is the Total Land Area of Washington?
Total Land Area of Washington is 66,449 Square Miles.
What is the Total Water Area of Washington?
Total Water Area of Washington is 4,849 Square Miles.
What is the Average Elevation in Washington?
Average Elevation in Washington is 1,700 Feet.
What is the Highest Elevation in Washington?
Highest Elevation in Washington is 14,410 Feet.
What is the Lowest Elevation in Washington?
Lowest Elevation in Washington is 0 Feet.
What is the Population Density in Washington?
Population Density in Washington is 115.7 People per Square Mile.
What is the Total Population of Washington?
Total Population of Washington is 7,688,549.
What is the Total Male Population of Washington?
Total Male Population of Washington is 3,877,918.
What is the Total Female Population of Washington?
Total Female Population of Washington is 3,810,631.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Washington?
There are 101.77 Males per 100 Females in Washington.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Washington?
There are 98.26 Females per 100 Males in Washington.
What is the Median Population Age in Washington?
Median Population Age in Washington is 38.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Washington
Average Family Size in Washington is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Washington
Average Household Size in Washington is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Washington?
Per Capita income in Washington is $48,685.
What is the Median Family Income in Washington?
Median Family Income in Washington is $108,285.
What is the Median Household income in Washington?
Median Household Income in Washington is $90,325.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Washington?
Income or Wage Gap in Washington is 30.9%.
Women in Washington earn 69.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Washington?
Family Income Deficit in Washington is $11,222.
Families that are below poverty line in Washington earn $11,222 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Washington?
Inequality or Gini Index in Washington is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Washington?
There are 4,011,152 People in the Labor Forcein in Washington.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Washington?
64.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Washington.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Washington?
Unemployment Rate in Washington is 5.0%.