Washington State Guides
Washington Information, Demograpgics, Realestate, Finance, Education, Media, Town and City
State Guides
 | Airports and Airlines: Airports in the state of Washington. |
 | Blue Pages: State facts, information and gov links. |
 | Chambers of Commerce: Chambers of Commerce throughout the state. |
 | Colleges and Trade Schools: College and University information and Campus locations. |
 | Counties in Washington: List of Counties in the State. |
 | Education: Education related sites for students, parents, educators and administrators. |
 | Golf Courses: Golf Courses in the state, Golf Associations and Golfing Sites. |
 | Government Links: Local and State Government Sites. |
 | Hospitals & Medical Facilities: Directory of Hospitals and Medical facilities in the state. |
 | Legal Resources: Attorneys, Bar Associations, Courts, Documents and Records. |
 | Media: Television, Radio Stations, and Newspapers in Washington. |
| Newspapers: Newspapers Publications throughout the state. |
 | Radio Stations: AM and FM Radio Stations in the state of Washington. |
 | Shopping Malls: Find local of shopping malls and shopping centers. |
 | Small Business Resources: Resources for small businesses. Start, ManAge, or Promote a business. |
 | State Facts: State specific information, facts, figures, slogans and symbols. |
 | Television: Local television stations, cable TV, Satellite TV and broadcasting sites. |
| Towns and Cities: Official Town and City Websites in the state of Washington. |
| Travel and Tourism: Visitor and Travel information, secure online reservations. |
 | Yellow Pages: Business Directory. |
 | Zoos: Directory of Zoos, Aquariums, Animal Sanctuaries, Safaris, and Preserves. |
Interactive Washington Counties Map
Population Over Time
According to the latest census estimates, the Washington population is 8,035,700 as of 2024 and in 2023 population was 7,951,150, with a change of 1.06%. From 2015 to 2024 the population changed to 12.07%.
| Population 2024 | 8,035,700 |
| Population 2023 | 7,951,150 |
| Population 2022 | 7,867,525 |
| Population 2021 | 7,824,982 |
| Population 2020 | 7,705,281 |
| Population 2019 | 7,614,893 |
| Population 2018 | 7,535,591 |
| Population 2017 | 7,405,743 |
| Population 2016 | 7,288,000 |
| Population 2015 | 7,170,351 |
Age Distribution/Median Age
The Median Age (half are younger, and half older, than this Age) of Washington is 37.7.
| Age Under 5 years | 451,651 |
| Age 5 to 9 years | 466,459 |
| Age 10 to 14 years | 451,651 |
| Age 15 to 19 years | 444,246 |
| Age 20 to 24 years | 481,267 |
| Age 25 to 34 years | 1,118,020 |
| Age 35 to 44 years | 977,342 |
| Age 45 to 54 years | 940,322 |
| Age 55 to 59 years | 488,671 |
| Age 60 to 64 years | 466,459 |
| Age 65 to 74 years | 681,178 |
| Age 75 to 84 years | 310,972 |
| Age 85 years and over | 125,870 |
15.1% percent of people in Washington are aged 65 years and over. 22.2% percent of people are aged under 18 years in Washington.
Median Age Over Time
The Median age compared to 2018 changed 0.1 years while compared to 2010 changed 0.7 years (Negative indicates median age is decreasing and Positive means median age increasing).
| Median Age 2019 | 37.7 |
| Median Age 2018 | 37.6 |
| Median Age 2017 | 37.6 |
| Median Age 2016 | 37.6 |
| Median Age 2015 | 37.4 |
| Median Age 2014 | 37.4 |
| Median Age 2013 | 37.3 |
| Median Age 2012 | 37.2 |
| Median Age 2011 | 37.1 |
| Median Age 2010 | 37.0 |
Ethnicity
In Washington, 68.5% people are white alone and 4.8% people are with two and more races.
| White alone | 5,071,813 |
| Asian alone | 629,349 |
| Two or more races | 355,397 |
| Black or African American alone | 273,952 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 81,445 |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 44,425 |
Hispanic or Latino
12.7% people are Hispanic or Latino and 10.1% people are Mexican.
| Mexican | 747,815 |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 148,082 |
| Puerto Rican | 37,021 |
| Cuban | 7,404 |
Marital Status
Approximately 31.0% of people over the age of 15 have never married.
Approximately 51.0% of the population is currently in a marriage.
Never married includes those who've never entered a marriage and those whose first marriage was annulled. Married includes common law marriages and live-in couples and excludes separated marriages.
| Now married (except separated) | 51.0 |
| Never married | 31.0 |
| Divorced | 11.7 |
| Widowed | 4.8 |
| Separated | 1.5 |
Washington Home Price Index
Washington Home Median value is $602,100.
The Home value change from 2024 to 2023 is 6.79% and from 2015 to 2024 is 104.94%.
| Real Estate 2024 Median Value | $602,100 |
| Real Estate 2023 Median Value | $563,800 |
| Real Estate 2022 Median Value | $540,200 |
| Real Estate 2021 Median Value | $481,500 |
| Real Estate 2020 Median Value | $412,500 |
| Real Estate 2019 Median Value | $382,800 |
| Real Estate 2018 Median Value | $359,400 |
| Real Estate 2017 Median Value | $332,100 |
| Real Estate 2016 Median Value | $308,700 |
| Real Estate 2015 Median Value | $293,800 |
Monthly Rent Prices
The Average Gross Monthly Rent price for house in Washington is $1824.
From 2015 to 2024 53.66% changed in Market rent in Washington.
| Median Gross Rent 2024 | $1824 |
| Median Gross Rent 2023 | $1776 |
| Median Gross Rent 2022 | $1712 |
| Median Gross Rent 2021 | $1625 |
| Median Gross Rent 2020 | $1518 |
| Median Gross Rent 2019 | $1456 |
| Median Gross Rent 2018 | $1389 |
| Median Gross Rent 2017 | $1312 |
| Median Gross Rent 2016 | $1242 |
| Median Gross Rent 2015 | $1187 |
Fuel Type
| Electricity | 1,588,937 |
| Utility gas | 982,204 |
| Wood | 110,629 |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas | 86,984 |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc. | 48,856 |
| Other fuel | 16,191 |
| No fuel used | 12,398 |
| Solar energy | 1,645 |
| Coal or coke | 552 |
Annual Household Income
Approximately 14.9% of Washington population lives in a low-income household, or a household with an annual income of less than $25,000.
Lower Middle Class: The Second common household income level is lower middle class with approximately 49.5% of Washington residents living in a household earning an annual income between $25,000 and $100,000.
Upper Middle Class: 35.6% Washington residents living in a household earning an annual income more then $100K.
| Estimate; Less than $10,000 | 4.8 |
| Estimate; $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.2 |
| Estimate; $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.9 |
| Estimate; $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.3 |
| Estimate; $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.3 |
| Estimate; $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.2 |
| Estimate; $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.7 |
| Estimate; $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.7 |
| Estimate; $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.4 |
| Estimate; $200,000 or more | 9.5 |
Median Income Over Time
The Median income from 2024 to 2015 changed to 41.77%
| Median Income 2024 (Dollars) | $99400 |
| Median Income 2023 (Dollars) | $97400 |
| Median Income 2022 (Dollars) | $95600 |
| Median Income 2021 (Dollars) | $90325 |
| Median Income 2020 (Dollars) | $86265 |
| Median Income 2019 (Dollars) | $84247 |
| Median Income 2018 (Dollars) | $80500 |
| Median Income 2017 (Dollars) | $76120 |
| Median Income 2016 (Dollars) | $72800 |
| Median Income 2015 (Dollars) | $70116 |
Employment Statistics
Washington unemployment rate is 4.5 %.
Employed and unemployed numbers only account for people within the labor force. To be in the labor force one has to be at least 16 Years of Age and not institutionalized. The U.S. Armed forces include people on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Navy Marine Corps and Coast Guard.
| Unemployment Rate 2024 | 4.5 |
| Unemployment Rate 2023 | 4.1 |
| Unemployment Rate 2022 | 4.1 |
| Unemployment Rate 2021 | 5.2 |
| Unemployment Rate 2020 | 8.5 |
| Unemployment Rate 2019 | 4.2 |
| Unemployment Rate 2018 | 4.5 |
| Unemployment Rate 2017 | 4.6 |
| Unemployment Rate 2016 | 5.2 |
| Unemployment Rate 2015 | 5.4 |
Occupation Distribution
| Educational services, and health care and social assistance | 774,361 |
| Professional, scientific, and management, and administrative and waste management services | 475,805 |
| Retail trade | 415,696 |
| Manufacturing | 354,399 |
| Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services | 330,467 |
| Construction | 244,414 |
| Transportation and warehousing, and utilities | 193,233 |
| Finance and insurance, and real estate and rental and leasing | 190,290 |
| Public administration | 180,875 |
| Other services, except public administration | 165,351 |
| Wholesale trade | 99,426 |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining | 91,710 |
| Information | 78,252 |
Highest Degree Attained
Approximately 34.5% of the Washington population attained Percent bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.8% people attained Percent high school graduate or higher. 85.2% of Washington children enrolled in in public school and 14.8 % children enrolled in Private schools.
Enrolment Distributions
The Total Population 3 Years and over enrolled in school is 1,764,122.
| Elementary school (grades 1-8) | 728,582 |
| College or graduate school | 446,323 |
| High school (grades 9-12) | 370,466 |
| Nursery school, preschool | 121,724 |
| Kindergarten | 95,263 |
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Last updated on November 27, 2025