Olympia, WA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Thurston County · Washington
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Olympia based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
55,583
2023 ACS
Median Income
$76,930
2023
Median Home Value
$457,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,509
2023
Median Age
39.2
Unemployment
6.9%
Cost of Living Index
142.3
100 = national avg
Olympia is a city in Thurston County, Washington, with a population of 55,583 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Olympia is one of the communities in Washington.
The median household income in Olympia is $76,930, and the median home value is $457,900. The cost of living index is 142.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,509 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, and the median age is 39.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
55,583
Male
27,212
49.0%
Female
28,371
51.0%
Median Age
39.2
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
36.8%
High School or Higher
49.0%
Foreign Born
8.2%
Veterans
6.8%
Married
36.0%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.395
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
75.9%
Foreign Born
8.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
10.3%
5,725 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
89.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
52,727
English Only
87.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,771 speakers
Limited English
4.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.6%
Limited English Proficiency
4.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,755
6.8% of population
Disability Rate
30.0%
1,127 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$59,117
Unemployment Rate
1.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,166
84.3%
Female Veterans
589
15.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$59,117
Non-Veteran Income
$42,365
Difference
$16,752
39.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,127
Without Disability
2,628
Disability Rate
30.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
46,701
#1 Ancestry
German
17.4% (9,661)
#2 Ancestry
English
15.2% (8,457)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
13.1% (7,262)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
25,146
Family Households
12,781
50.8%
Married Couples
8,925
35.5%
Non-Family Households
12,365
49.2%
Single Mother Households
2,684
10.7%
Single Father Households
1,172
4.7%
Living Alone
8,942
35.6%
Children Under 18
Total Children
9,452
In Married Couple
5,586
59.1%
With Single Mother
2,931
31.0%
With Single Father
935
9.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$99,723
Married Couple Income
$122,863
Single Mother Income
$50,383
Single Father Income
$71,848
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
587
Grandparents Responsible
177
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$76,930
+5% vs national
Per Capita Income
$44,315
+19% vs national
Poverty Rate
14.8%
+9% vs national
Gini Index
0.4457
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.9%
+33% vs national
SNAP Recipients
15.3%
of households
How Olympia Compares
Olympia vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Olympia is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Olympia, WA has a median household income of $76,930, making it the 9,756th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Olympia has a higher median household income than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Olympia, WA has a per capita income of $44,315, making it the 6,415th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Olympia has a higher per capita income than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Olympia, WA has a poverty rate of 14.8%, making it the 11,347th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Olympia has a higher poverty rate than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Olympia, WA has a unemployment rate of 6.9%, making it the 7,463rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Olympia has a higher unemployment rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Olympia. The median household income here is $76,930.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
+31% vs WA avg
Labor Force
29,833
Employed
27,167
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
36.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
49.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.2
Work from Home
20.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$122.5K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
142.3
100 = national avg
+42.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,610
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,987
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,682
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,960
per month
The median household income in Olympia, WA is $76,930, which is 5.1% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $44,315. The poverty rate of 14.8% is higher than the WA state average of 10.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4457, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, compared to the state average of 5.3%. The labor force is 29,833. 36.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 62.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 142.3, which is 42.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 193.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,610 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$520,000
Median List Price
$527,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$280
Days on Market
76
Active Inventory
72
Months of Supply
1.9
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$531,886
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,885
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
24.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
36.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
37
New Listings
42
Pending Sales
47
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$280
Median List $/SF
$300
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Olympia, WA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA metro area, home prices have risen 731.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 124.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 126.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 48.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 9.0%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA housing market rather than Olympia alone.
Metro area: Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA
Olympia vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Olympia is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Olympia, WA has a median home value of $457,900, making it the 3,516th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Olympia has a higher median home value than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Olympia, WA has a median rent of $1,509, making it the 4,027th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Olympia has a higher median rent than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Olympia, WA has a price per square foot of $280, making it the 4,187th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Olympia has a higher price per square foot than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Olympia, WA has a rent burden of 23.5%, making it the 4,667th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Olympia has a higher rent burden than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$457,900
Median Rent
$1,509
Total Housing Units
26,432
Vacancy Rate
4.9%
Owner Occupied
49.3%
Renter Occupied
50.7%
Median Property Tax
$4,221
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,816
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,221
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
of home value
Median Home Value
$457,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,250
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,221) by the median home value ($457,900). In Olympia, WA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.92%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Olympia, WA is $520,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 76 days on the market. 24.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.9 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $280. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,885/month. About 49.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1981. There are 26,432 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,221. The effective tax rate is 0.92%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.65
per 1,000 residents
+117% vs national
Property Crime Rate
34.35
per 1,000 residents
+100% vs national
Total Crimes
2,231
2024
Violent Clearance
54%
cases solved
Property Clearance
20%
cases solved
YoY Change
-1.7%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Olympia Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Olympia vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Olympia is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Olympia police solve 75% of murder cases but only 6% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 4 | 0.07 | 75.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 35 | 0.63 | 11.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 61 | 1.09 | 39.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 215 | 3.85 | 64.7% |
| Burglary | Property | 317 | 5.68 | 20.5% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,392 | 24.96 | 21.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 207 | 3.71 | 5.8% |
Olympia, WA reported 315 violent crimes and 1,916 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.65 per 1,000 residents is 117.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 54% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,392 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 14.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 315 | 1,916 | 5.65 | 34.35 |
| 2023 | 320 | 2,126 | 5.74 | 38.17 |
| 2022 | 298 | 2,378 | 5.30 | 42.30 |
| 2021 | 247 | 2,090 | 4.55 | 38.47 |
| 2020 | 270 | 1,757 | 5.04 | 32.80 |
| 2019 | 254 | 1,854 | 4.77 | 34.79 |
| 2018 | 247 | 2,028 | 4.72 | 38.77 |
| 2017 | 257 | 2,179 | 4.95 | 41.97 |
| 2016 | 201 | 2,498 | 3.94 | 49.01 |
| 2015 | 204 | 2,317 | 4.09 | 46.46 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
94.5
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
95.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
19.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
65.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
29
Public Assistance
$11.4M
Individual Assistance
$1.2M
Most Common Type
Flood
13 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 30 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
387
Total Claims Paid
$6,488,725
Avg Claim Payout
$16,767
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
22
Federal Funding
$8,195,702
Properties Protected
12
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
3.29
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 8 | $4,788,903 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $115,870 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 2 | $225,250 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 2 | $488,462 |
| 800.1: Miscellaneous | 1 | $348,750 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Olympia has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are landslide, earthquake, volcanic activity. The area has had 29 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (13 declarations). 387 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $11,428,165 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,207,407 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 22 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.8%
5.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
28.0%
4.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.9%
2.0pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
4.0pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.6%
Arthritis
27.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
28.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
28.6%
Mobility
11.1%
Cognitive
13.9%
Hearing
6.6%
Vision
4.0%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.4%
Olympia has an obesity rate of 30.8%, which is 5.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 28.0%, 4.5pp above the national average. About 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. 69.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.8 mi
Providence St Peter Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence St Peter Hospital | 4.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| South Sound Behavioral Hospital | 4.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Capital Medical Center | 6.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Mason General Hospital & Family Of Clinics | 18.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| St Clare Hospital | 20.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
25
Pop. Served
125,633
Violations (5yr)
34
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| OLYMPIA CITY OF | 113,584 | 0 |
| GRAND MOUND | 3,764 | 0 |
| NISQUALLY-LESCHI & WEST NISQUALLY | 3,200 | 0 |
| CARLYON BEACH HOMEOWNERS | 1,273 | 0 |
| BOSTON HARBOR | 1,153 | 4 |
| BLACK LAKE BIBLE CAMP & CONF CTR | 477 | 0 |
| CUYAMACA | 375 | 0 |
| BETHEL WATER CO | 270 | 0 |
| TAMOSHAN | 260 | 21 |
| OLYMPIC PARK TRAILER COURT | 169 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN VALLEY WATER SYSTEM | 126 | 0 |
| SPANAWAY VILLAGE WATER SYSTEM | 125 | 0 |
| COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 521 | 113 | 9 |
| BLACK LAKE ACRES | 104 | 0 |
| NORTH OFFUT LAKE WTR SERVICE | 97 | 0 |
| WOODARD PLACE | 94 | 0 |
| CEDAR CREST MOBILE HOME PARK | 92 | 0 |
| PIONEER | 84 | 0 |
| HAYNES ACRES DIVISION 1 | 74 | 0 |
| Ski View Estates | 47 | 0 |
| COOPER POINT ESTATES | 36 | 0 |
| Sexton | 35 | 0 |
| CLOISTER | 29 | 0 |
| DELPHI DAUBEL | 29 | 0 |
| SALT AIRE MOBILE TERRACE | 23 | 0 |
There are 25 water systems serving the area. 34 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
62.7%
-20% vs national
Public Transit
2.5%
+178% vs national
Work From Home
20.4%
+120% vs national
Carpool
8.0%
Walk / Bike
5.4%
combined
How Olympia's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
6-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Olympia, WA covers travel times and transportation modes. 62.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 20.4% work from home, which is above the WA state average of 12.7%. Public transit is used by 2.5% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 8.0% of workers carpool. 4.4% walk to work. 1.0% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
82.5%
of households
No Internet
3.1%
of households
Total Households
25,146
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.8%
of households
Smartphone
90.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
86.2%
of households
Tablet
67.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
11.9¢
per kWh
-35% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.0¢
per kWh
-32% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.6¢
per kWh
-40% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$114
residential
-22% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
30% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Washington averages 11.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $114. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Olympia vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
25
Population Served
125,633
Violations (5yr)
34
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLYMPIA CITY OF | Community | Ground water | 113,584 | 0 |
| GRAND MOUND | Community | Ground water | 3,764 | 0 |
| NISQUALLY-LESCHI & WEST NISQUALLY | Community | Ground water | 3,200 | 0 |
| CARLYON BEACH HOMEOWNERS | Community | Ground water | 1,273 | 0 |
| BOSTON HARBOR | Community | Ground water | 1,153 | 4 |
| BLACK LAKE BIBLE CAMP & CONF CTR | Community | Ground water | 477 | 0 |
| CUYAMACA | Community | Ground water | 375 | 0 |
| BETHEL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 270 | 0 |
| TAMOSHAN | Community | Ground water | 260 | 21 |
| OLYMPIC PARK TRAILER COURT | Community | Ground water | 169 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN VALLEY WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 126 | 0 |
| SPANAWAY VILLAGE WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 125 | 0 |
| COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 521 | Community | Ground water | 113 | 9 |
| BLACK LAKE ACRES | Community | Ground water | 104 | 0 |
| NORTH OFFUT LAKE WTR SERVICE | Community | Ground water | 97 | 0 |
| WOODARD PLACE | Community | Ground water | 94 | 0 |
| CEDAR CREST MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 92 | 0 |
| PIONEER | Community | Ground water | 84 | 0 |
| HAYNES ACRES DIVISION 1 | Community | Ground water | 74 | 0 |
| Ski View Estates | Community | Ground water | 47 | 0 |
| COOPER POINT ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 36 | 0 |
| Sexton | Community | Ground water | 35 | 0 |
| CLOISTER | Community | Ground water | 29 | 0 |
| DELPHI DAUBEL | Community | Ground water | 29 | 0 |
| SALT AIRE MOBILE TERRACE | Community | Ground water | 23 | 0 |
93.4% of households in Olympia have broadband internet access. 82.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.1% of households have no internet access. 5.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 25 water systems, providing water to 125,633 people. A total of 34 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Olympia is located in Thurston County, WA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Olympia.
Election Overview
Source: Thurston County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
95,663
58.5%
GOP Votes
62,282
38.1%
Total Votes
163,637
Margin
D+20.4%
Shift from 2020
D+1.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 95,663 | 62,282 | 163,637 | 58.5% | 38.1% | D+20.4 |
| 2020 | 96,608 | 65,277 | 168,134 | 57.5% | 38.8% | D+18.6 |
| 2016 | 65,015 | 46,219 | 122,301 | 53.2% | 37.8% | D+15.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Thurston County recorded 163,637 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.5% of the vote compared to 38.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+20.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+1.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Thurston County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
812
Total Assets
$617.8M
Total Income
$489.4M
Per 10K Residents
146.1
nonprofits
+172.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
77
Median Assets
$291K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $301.7M of $617.8M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Olympia
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFOlympia, WA has 812 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $617.8M. The most common category is Education, with 97 organizations. 77 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 146.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,039
Total Approved
$453.4M
Jobs Supported
8,705
Per 10K Residents
186.9
SBA loans
+134.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
122
Top Lender
Columbia Bank
163 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
951
Total Amount
$398.3M
Avg Loan
$418,816
Median Loan
$139,100
SBA Guaranteed
$302.1M(76%)
Jobs Supported
7,989
Loans
88
Total Amount
$55.1M
Avg Loan
$626,466
Median Loan
$372,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
174
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$130.0M
29% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$746,959
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| S&h Enterprises Inc. | 4 | $6.0M |
| California Investment Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Capital Pet Urgent Care | 1 | $5.0M |
| Tumkob Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Nutriom Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Virk Properties Olympia, Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Dhugga & Mand Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Sandhu & Gill Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
| Ajb Construction Services Inc. | 1 | $4.5M |
| Sea Level Coffee Inc. | 2 | $4.3M |
Olympia, WA has received 1,039 SBA loans totaling $453.4M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 951 loans (92% of the total), supporting 7,989 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 88 loans totaling $55.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Olympia is Columbia Bank with 163 loans. That works out to 186.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
8
Total Population
241,098
Avg Median Income
-$83,251,017
Avg Home Value
-$82,924,683
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98501 | 46,937 | $95,695 | $485,200 | $1,600 | 34.9 |
| 98502 | 35,043 | $87,154 | $496,500 | $1,569 | 63.4 |
| 98503 | 42,189 | $87,515 | $407,700 | $1,673 | 11.1 |
| 98505 | 636 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 98506 | 18,763 | $93,968 | $469,700 | $1,431 | 22.4 |
| 98512 | 31,291 | $93,738 | $438,800 | $1,655 | 138.7 |
| 98513 | 37,953 | $108,270 | $443,300 | $1,897 | 49.9 |
| 98516 | 28,286 | $92,191 | $528,000 | $1,948 | 28.8 |
Olympia, WA has 8 ZIP codes with a combined population of 241,098. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$83,251,017. The average median home value is -$82,924,683. The average median monthly rent is -$83,331,862.
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