Seattle, WA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
King County · Washington
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Seattle based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why Seattle, WA Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
Seattle, WA ranks 18th overall among all US cities with a livability score of 51.9/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. Residents enjoy 166 sunny days per year, well above the national average. A cost of living index of 208.3 makes Seattle more affordable than 94% of cities nationwide. With a median home value of $912,100, the housing market remains accessible compared to many US cities. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
741,440
2023 ACS
Median Income
$121,984
2023
Median Home Value
$912,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,998
2023
Median Age
35.5
Unemployment
4.2%
Avg Temperature
51°F
Cost of Living Index
208.3
100 = national avg
Seattle is a city in King County, Washington, with a population of 741,440 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Seattle is one of the communities in Washington.
The median household income in Seattle is $121,984, and the median home value is $912,100. The cost of living index is 208.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,998 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, and the median age is 35.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
741,440
Male
378,278
51.0%
Female
363,162
49.0%
Median Age
35.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
51.2%
High School or Higher
58.5%
Foreign Born
19.9%
Veterans
3.0%
Married
36.5%
Avg Household Size
2.0
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.565
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
61.8%
Foreign Born
19.9%
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
8.2%
60,724 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
91.8%
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+)
710,044
English Only
77.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Chinese
35,219 speakers
Limited English
7.1%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
92.9%
Limited English Proficiency
7.1%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
22,148
3.0% of population
Disability Rate
19.3%
4,268 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$65,019
Unemployment Rate
4.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
19,827
89.5%
Female Veterans
2,321
10.5%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$65,019
Non-Veteran Income
$69,197
Difference
-$4,178
-6.0% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
4,268
Without Disability
17,880
Disability Rate
19.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
564,376
#1 Ancestry
German
14.0% (103,544)
#2 Ancestry
English
12.2% (90,656)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.8% (79,914)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
353,019
Family Households
150,981
42.8%
Married Couples
122,178
34.6%
Non-Family Households
202,038
57.2%
Single Mother Households
19,593
5.6%
Single Father Households
9,210
2.6%
Living Alone
145,768
41.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
97,880
In Married Couple
76,657
78.3%
With Single Mother
15,917
16.3%
With Single Father
5,306
5.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$181,777
Married Couple Income
$208,630
Single Mother Income
$76,877
Single Father Income
$93,702
Avg Family Size
2.0
Avg Non-Family Size
1.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
6,053
Grandparents Responsible
1,060
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$121,984
+67% vs national
Per Capita Income
$82,508
+122% vs national
Poverty Rate
9.9%
-27% vs national
Gini Index
0.4878
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.2%
-19% vs national
SNAP Recipients
7.5%
of households
How Seattle Compares
Seattle vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Seattle is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Seattle, WA has a median household income of $121,984, making it the 2,599th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Seattle has a higher median household income than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Seattle, WA has a per capita income of $82,508, making it the 959th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Seattle has a higher per capita income than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Seattle, WA has a poverty rate of 9.9%, making it the 16,851st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Seattle has a higher poverty rate than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Seattle, WA has a unemployment rate of 4.2%, making it the 13,863rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Seattle has a higher unemployment rate than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Seattle. The median household income here is $121,984.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
-20% vs WA avg
Labor Force
480,209
Employed
458,840
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
51.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
58.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.5
Work from Home
31.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$169.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
208.3
100 = national avg
+108.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$91,644
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$216,614
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,146
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,501
per month
The median household income in Seattle, WA is $121,984, which is 66.6% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $82,508. The poverty rate of 9.9% is lower than the WA state average of 10.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4878, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, compared to the state average of 5.3%. The labor force is 480,209. 51.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 31.3% working from home. About 37.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 208.3, which is 108.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 314.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $91,644 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$790,000
Median List Price
$819,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$537
Days on Market
61
Active Inventory
1,369
Months of Supply
3.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$837,193
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,174
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
11.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
49.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
396
New Listings
876
Pending Sales
533
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$537
Median List $/SF
$575
Seattle vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Seattle is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Seattle, WA has a median home value of $912,100, making it the 776th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Seattle has a higher median home value than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Seattle, WA has a median rent of $1,998, making it the 1,664th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Seattle has a higher median rent than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Seattle, WA has a price per square foot of $537, making it the 983rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Seattle has a higher price per square foot than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Seattle, WA has a rent burden of 19.7%, making it the 9,291st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Seattle has a higher rent burden than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$912,100
Median Rent
$1,998
Total Housing Units
382,933
Vacancy Rate
7.8%
Owner Occupied
44.3%
Renter Occupied
55.8%
Median Property Tax
$7,025
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,786
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$7,025
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.77%
of home value
Median Home Value
$912,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$7,856
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($7,025) by the median home value ($912,100). In Seattle, WA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.77%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Seattle, WA is $790,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 61 days on the market. 11.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $537. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,174/month. About 44.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1974. There are 382,933 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $7,025. The effective tax rate is 0.77%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.75
per 1,000 residents
+198% vs national
Property Crime Rate
50.08
per 1,000 residents
+191% vs national
Total Crimes
43,955
2024
Violent Clearance
32%
cases solved
Property Clearance
4%
cases solved
YoY Change
-0.3%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Seattle Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Seattle vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Seattle 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)Seattle police solve 54% of murder cases but only 1% 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 | 52 | 0.07 | 53.8% |
| Rape | Violent | 352 | 0.46 | 14.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1,677 | 2.21 | 19.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 3,810 | 5.01 | 38.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 8,756 | 11.52 | 7.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 21,905 | 28.82 | 3.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 7,400 | 9.74 | 1.1% |
Seattle, WA reported 5,894 violent crimes and 38,061 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.75 per 1,000 residents is 198.3% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 32% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 21,905 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 23.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,894 | 38,061 | 7.75 | 50.08 |
| 2023 | 5,863 | 37,781 | 7.78 | 50.12 |
| 2022 | 6,136 | 41,839 | 8.41 | 57.34 |
| 2021 | 5,929 | 40,421 | 7.53 | 51.31 |
| 2020 | 4,895 | 37,790 | 6.34 | 48.98 |
| 2019 | 4,471 | 34,333 | 5.85 | 44.96 |
| 2018 | 5,027 | 38,246 | 6.77 | 51.49 |
| 2017 | 4,470 | 37,513 | 6.20 | 52.00 |
| 2016 | 4,301 | 38,442 | 6.14 | 54.89 |
| 2015 | 4,090 | 37,745 | 5.98 | 55.21 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
2
Total Killed
2
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 7, 2024 | Garfield High School | 1 | 0 | targeted | nan |
| Nov 8, 2022 | Ingraham High School | 1 | 0 | targeted | handgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.7
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
14.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
87.4
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
34
Public Assistance
$817.0M
Individual Assistance
$4.1M
Most Common Type
Flood
16 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 39 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,366
Total Claims Paid
$62,563,000
Avg Claim Payout
$18,587
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
120
Federal Funding
$55,125,859
Properties Protected
472
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.98
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 19 | $9,002,250 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 17 | $8,436,476 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 16 | $8,361,399 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 13 | $1,086,823 |
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 5 | $1,558,304 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Seattle has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, avalanche, landslide. The area has had 34 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (16 declarations). 3,366 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $817,049,232 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,100,219 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 120 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
22.2%
13.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.1%
1.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
6.1%
5.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.1%
4.5pp 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
30.9%
Arthritis
17.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.1%
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
15.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
19.6%
Mobility
6.1%
Cognitive
11.2%
Hearing
4.0%
Vision
3.0%
Self-Care
2.1%
Independent Living
5.0%
Seattle has an obesity rate of 22.2%, which is 13.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.1%, 1.6pp above the national average. About 6.1% of adults lack health insurance. 68.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Virginia Mason Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Mason Medical Center | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Harborview Medical Center | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Swedish Medical Center | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
51°F
Sunny Days
166
per year
Annual Rainfall
49.9"
UV Index
3.5
annual avg
Annual Snowfall
3.2"
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in Seattle. Click a month or press play.
40°F
35° / 45°
Jan
High
45°F
Low
35°F
Wind
7 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
100°F
Record Low
6°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
45°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 45°F | 35°F | 6.54" | 0.9" | 85% | 6.7 mph |
| Feb | 48°F | 35°F | 4.42" | 0.7" | 82% | 6.3 mph |
| Mar | 51°F | 37°F | 5.27" | 0.2" | 80% | 6.4 mph |
| Apr | 56°F | 41°F | 4.34" | — | 78% | 5.9 mph |
| May | 63°F | 47°F | 2.98" | — | 75% | 5.2 mph |
| Jun | 68°F | 52°F | 2.32" | — | 72% | 5.1 mph |
| Jul | 75°F | 57°F | 0.99" | — | 68% | 4.7 mph |
| Aug | 75°F | 57°F | 1.33" | — | 69% | 4.6 mph |
| Sep | 69°F | 53°F | 2.54" | — | 76% | 5.0 mph |
| Oct | 58°F | 46°F | 5.09" | — | 82% | 5.8 mph |
| Nov | 49°F | 39°F | 7.50" | 0.4" | 85% | 6.9 mph |
| Dec | 44°F | 35°F | 6.58" | 1.0" | 84% | 6.8 mph |
Seattle has an average annual temperature of 51°F. The area enjoys approximately 166 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 49.9 inches. Snowfall averages 3.2 inches per year.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
15
Pop. Served
1,161,399
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE PUBLIC UTILITIES | 1,091,904 | 0 |
| KING COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #20 | 38,974 | 0 |
| KING COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #125 | 17,546 | 0 |
| SKYWAY WATER & SEWER | 12,036 | 0 |
| Ravenwing Ranch | 250 | 0 |
| CHERRYWOOD MOBILE HOME MANOR | 120 | 0 |
| VALLEY MOBILE HOME PARK | 120 | 0 |
| COUNTRY HOMES MOBILE PARK | 90 | 0 |
| HIDDEN VILLAGE MHP, LLC | 66 | 0 |
| GOLF MHP | 60 | 0 |
| MONTIPARK LLC | 60 | 0 |
| HOT SPRINGS COURT | 55 | 0 |
| BRUNSWICK HILLS MHP | 50 | 0 |
| RIVER VILLAGE MHP | 40 | 0 |
| Majestic Oaks Water System | 28 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
7
Total CO₂e
700.5K MT
Top Emitter
ASH GROVE CEMENT COMPANY-SEATTLE
367.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (500,000 - 1,000,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
ASH GROVE CEMENT COMPANY-SEATTLE Ash Grove Cement Co | Minerals | 367,651 |
NUCOR STEEL SEATTLE INC Nucor Corp | Metals | 82,396 |
University of Washington Seattle Campus The University Of Washington Board Of Regents | Other | 80,936 |
CenTrio Centrio Energy Seattle Llc | Power Plants | 68,651 |
CERTAINTEED GYPSUM SEATTLE Saint-Gobain Corp | Minerals | 55,645 |
Ardagh Glass Inc. (Seattle) Ardagh Glass Inc | Minerals | 44,364 |
Seattle City Light City Of Seattle (Seattle City Light Department) | Other | 862 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 15 water systems serving the area. 7 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 700.5K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-22% vs national
Drive Alone
37.6%
-52% vs national
Public Transit
13.9%
+1442% vs national
Work From Home
31.3%
+236% vs national
Carpool
5.1%
Walk / Bike
10.8%
combined
How Seattle's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
35
2023
6-Year Avg
32
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
13
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
20
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 33 | 35 | 0 | 13 | 1 |
| 2022 | 40 | 40 | 0 | 20 | 3 |
| 2021 | 44 | 44 | 0 | 22 | 3 |
| 2020 | 26 | 28 | 10 | 14 | 1 |
| 2019 | 27 | 28 | 3 | 14 | 2 |
| 2018 | 19 | 19 | 5 | 8 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Seattle, WA is 18 minutes, which is 21.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 37.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 31.3% work from home, which is above the WA state average of 12.7%. Public transit is used by 13.9% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 5.1% of workers carpool. 8.3% walk to work. 2.5% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 35 traffic fatalities from 33 fatal crashes. 13 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
85.6%
of households
No Internet
3.4%
of households
Total Households
353,019
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.9%
of households
Smartphone
95.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
90.6%
of households
Tablet
68.8%
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
-31% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.0¢
per kWh
-26% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$114
residential
-17% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 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).
Seattle vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (500,000 - 1,000,000). 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
15
Population Served
1,161,399
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE PUBLIC UTILITIES | Community | Surface water | 1,091,904 | 0 |
| KING COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #20 | Community | Purchased surface water | 38,974 | 0 |
| KING COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #125 | Community | Purchased surface water | 17,546 | 0 |
| SKYWAY WATER & SEWER | Community | Purchased surface water | 12,036 | 0 |
| Ravenwing Ranch | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| CHERRYWOOD MOBILE HOME MANOR | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| VALLEY MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| COUNTRY HOMES MOBILE PARK | Community | Ground water | 90 | 0 |
| HIDDEN VILLAGE MHP, LLC | Community | Ground water | 66 | 0 |
| GOLF MHP | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| MONTIPARK LLC | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| HOT SPRINGS COURT | Community | Ground water | 55 | 0 |
| BRUNSWICK HILLS MHP | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
| RIVER VILLAGE MHP | Community | Ground water | 40 | 0 |
| Majestic Oaks Water System | Community | Ground water | 28 | 0 |
94.2% of households in Seattle have broadband internet access. 85.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.4% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 15 water systems, providing water to 1,161,399 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Seattle is located in King County, WA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Seattle.
Election Overview
Source: King County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
832,606
74.2%
GOP Votes
252,193
22.5%
Total Votes
1,122,881
Margin
D+51.7%
Shift from 2020
R+1.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 832,606 | 252,193 | 1,122,881 | 74.2% | 22.5% | D+51.7 |
| 2020 | 907,310 | 269,167 | 1,210,507 | 75.0% | 22.2% | D+52.7 |
| 2016 | 657,149 | 197,781 | 910,823 | 72.2% | 21.7% | D+50.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, King County recorded 1,122,881 total votes. Democrats won the county with 74.2% of the vote compared to 22.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+51.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, King County has shifted 1.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
5,109
Total Assets
$132.1B
Total Income
$45.5B
Per 10K Residents
68.9
nonprofits
-11.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1,022
Median Assets
$488K
Oldest Active
1903
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $104.2B of $132.1B 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 500,000 - 1,000,000
Largest Nonprofits in Seattle
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GATES FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $78.7B | $8.2B | 2007 | |
| SEATTLE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL | Health Care | $5.6B | $2.9B | 1986 | |
| PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES OREGON | Health Care | $4.7B | $6.2B | 2001 | |
| PROVIDENCE HEALTH SYSTEM-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA | Health Care | $3.5B | $2.4B | 1946 | |
| FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER CENTER | Health Care | $3.5B | $2.8B | 2000 | |
| CASEY FAMILY PROGRAMS | Philanthropy | $2.7B | $211.0M | 1967 | |
| THE SEATTLE FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.4B | $785.0M | 1947 | |
| VIRGINIA MASON MEDICAL CENTER | Health Care | $1.4B | $1.3B | 1935 | |
| ALLEN FAMILY PHILANTHROPIES | Philanthropy | $1.4B | $1.9B | 1989 | |
| SEATTLE CHILDRENS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM | Health Care | $1.3B | $144.1M | 1984 | |
| SEATTLE UNIVERSITY | — | $971.5M | $741.1M | 1992 | |
| MARGUERITE CASEY FOUNDATION | Human Services | $876.6M | $484.6M | 2000 | |
| ROOTS AND WINGS FOUNDATION INC | Philanthropy | $611.8M | $255.0M | 2019 | |
| LAKESIDE SCHOOL | Education | $590.5M | $214.9M | 1952 | |
| PROVIDENCE SAINT JOHNS HEALTH CENTER | Health Care | $523.1M | $501.6M | 1946 | |
| LOW INCOME HOUSING INSTITUTE | Unknown | $490.1M | $108.6M | 1997 | |
| SEA MAR COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS | Health Care | $458.2M | $563.8M | 1978 | |
| PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES MT | Health Care | $431.8M | $567.8M | 1946 | |
| SATTERBERG FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $425.6M | $63.6M | 1991 | |
| PATH | International | $416.1M | $393.8M | 1982 | |
| SEATTLE ART MUSEUM | Arts & Culture | $414.0M | $98.7M | 1934 | |
| BELLWETHER HOUSING | — | $387.8M | $51.5M | 1980 | |
| ALLEN INSTITUTE | Medical Research | $367.1M | $272.1M | 2004 | |
| PLYMOUTH HOUSING GROUP | Housing & Shelter | $356.5M | $74.6M | 1980 | |
| SCHULTZ FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $355.2M | $39.7M | 1998 | |
| SEATTLE PACIFIC UNIVERSITY | Education | $346.5M | $166.1M | 1943 | |
| WASHINGTON RESEARCH FOUNDATION | Medical Research | $344.2M | $43.2M | 2014 | |
| ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS | Education | $334.8M | $504.8M | 1993 | |
| THE SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | Education | $320.9M | $99.0M | 1984 | |
| LOS ANGELES COUNTY FACILITIES INC | Community Improvement | $312.8M | $17.9M | 2017 | |
| GIVING GROUSBECK FAZZALARI | Philanthropy | $309.2M | $10.8M | 2011 | |
| YOUNG WOMENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF SEATTLE-KING COUNTY-SNOHOMISH C | Human Services | $300.8M | $103.8M | 1936 | |
| SWEDISH EDMONDS | Health Care | $280.1M | $321.0M | 2013 | |
| THE YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER SEATTLE | Human Services | $270.1M | $177.0M | 1942 | |
| HORIZON HOUSE | Human Services | $252.9M | $52.7M | 1964 | |
| LOS ANGELES COUNTY FACILITIES 2 INC | Public Benefit | $242.3M | $2.3M | 2019 | |
| GROUSEMONT FOUNDATION | — | $240.5M | $38.0M | 1985 | |
| GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS | Mental Health | $224.1M | $16.4M | 2003 | |
| SEATTLE AQUARIUM SOCIETY-SEAS | Animal-Related | $211.4M | $54.8M | 1983 | |
| FIRCREST PROPERTIES | Education | $203.5M | $589 | 2019 | |
| SWEDISH MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION | Health Care | $201.9M | $80.8M | 1978 | |
| SURVIVE A STROKE FOUNDATION | Voluntary Health | $195.6M | $70K | 2013 | |
| SEATTLE PACIFIC FOUNDATION | Education | $192.7M | $980K | 1979 | |
| PORTAGE BAY INSURANCE | Mutual Benefit | $187.4M | $55.6M | 2005 | |
| CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SERVICES OF WESTERN WASHINGTON | Human Services | $181.2M | $332.6M | 1946 | |
| UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY | Education | $166.5M | $36.3M | 1976 | |
| ARCHDIOCESAN HOUSING AUTHORITY | Housing & Shelter | $162.8M | $54.2M | 1946 | |
| SAHSEN FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $157.2M | $18.7M | 2010 | |
| BEZOS FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $154.2M | $375.8M | 2003 | |
| WILBURFORCE FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $153.3M | $68.1M | 1991 |
Seattle, WA has 5,109 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $132.1B. The most common category is Arts, Culture & Humanities, with 654 organizations. 1,022 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 68.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1903.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
7,646
Total Approved
$2.5B
Jobs Supported
65,601
Per 10K Residents
103.1
SBA loans
+45.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
222
Top Lender
U.S. Bank, National Association
1,133 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
7,231
Total Amount
$2.2B
Avg Loan
$303,593
Median Loan
$110,364
SBA Guaranteed
$1.6B(74%)
Jobs Supported
60,651
Loans
415
Total Amount
$308.7M
Avg Loan
$743,745
Median Loan
$517,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
972
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$589.7M
24% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$606,712
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ishaan Group Llc | 2 | $10.0M |
| Ace Galvanizing Inc. | 4 | $7.1M |
| Df/net Research Inc. | 4 | $6.6M |
| Olympic Hot Tub Company Inc | 3 | $6.5M |
| Kn Holding Llc | 2 | $6.0M |
| Kang’s Investments Inc. | 2 | $5.3M |
| Dersu Llc | 2 | $5.2M |
| Khinda Llc | 3 | $5.2M |
| Champion Properties Llc | 1 | $5.2M |
| Green Lake Brewing Company Llc | 2 | $5.2M |
Seattle, WA has received 7,646 SBA loans totaling $2.5B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 7,231 loans (95% of the total), supporting 60,651 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 415 loans totaling $308.7M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Seattle is U.S. Bank, National Association with 1,133 loans. That works out to 103.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
43
Total Population
1,170,623
Avg Median Income
-$61,892,850
Avg Home Value
-$61,124,046
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98004 | 39,435 | $176,367 | $2,000,001 | $2,706 | 7.3 |
| 98005 | 21,929 | $158,396 | $1,373,000 | $2,380 | 7.3 |
| 98006 | 40,770 | $197,344 | $1,233,500 | $2,869 | 11.3 |
| 98007 | 26,838 | $126,814 | $934,600 | $2,276 | 4.3 |
| 98033 | 40,662 | $174,005 | $1,259,900 | $2,386 | 9.2 |
| 98034 | 51,836 | $128,974 | $875,200 | $2,324 | 9.8 |
| 98039 | 2,889 | $249,688 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 1.4 |
| 98040 | 25,282 | $202,359 | $1,884,200 | $2,464 | 6.4 |
| 98056 | 36,872 | $108,596 | $726,300 | $1,992 | 7.6 |
| 98101 | 16,396 | $128,143 | $741,400 | $2,476 | 0.5 |
| 98102 | 26,583 | $114,395 | $988,700 | $1,920 | 1.3 |
| 98103 | 51,988 | $127,372 | $1,012,900 | $2,006 | 4.6 |
| 98104 | 15,870 | $61,866 | $663,000 | $1,511 | 0.9 |
| 98105 | 49,229 | $78,691 | $1,261,100 | $1,803 | 3.8 |
| 98106 | 28,889 | $115,529 | $666,800 | $1,824 | 5.5 |
| 98107 | 28,390 | $137,748 | $924,900 | $2,194 | 2.2 |
| 98108 | 24,430 | $90,806 | $693,500 | $1,463 | 7.4 |
| 98109 | 32,552 | $130,845 | $986,000 | $2,329 | 1.9 |
| 98110 | 24,607 | $159,882 | $1,076,200 | $2,081 | 27.6 |
| 98112 | 23,961 | $162,073 | $1,407,400 | $2,062 | 3.2 |
| 98115 | 54,248 | $148,190 | $1,041,500 | $2,118 | 6.5 |
| 98116 | 28,091 | $130,504 | $917,000 | $2,033 | 3.0 |
| 98117 | 35,147 | $182,500 | $1,028,100 | $2,197 | 4.0 |
| 98118 | 49,560 | $109,085 | $746,400 | $1,831 | 6.2 |
| 98119 | 26,390 | $125,021 | $1,032,500 | $1,963 | 2.4 |
| 98121 | 20,904 | $148,974 | $796,600 | $2,329 | 0.4 |
| 98122 | 42,001 | $106,479 | $929,400 | $1,991 | 2.3 |
| 98125 | 43,807 | $96,725 | $844,500 | $1,856 | 5.4 |
| 98126 | 22,433 | $114,030 | $751,900 | $1,708 | 3.1 |
| 98133 | 52,620 | $92,371 | $719,100 | $1,794 | 7.1 |
| 98134 | 779 | $66,119 | $385,300 | $1,551 | 3.3 |
| 98136 | 17,299 | $153,636 | $900,000 | $1,917 | 2.3 |
| 98144 | 33,048 | $94,051 | $890,400 | $1,805 | 3.4 |
| 98146 | 28,182 | $108,460 | $642,300 | $1,721 | 4.6 |
| 98154 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 98164 | 235 | $250,001 | $714,600 | N/A | 0.0 |
| 98168 | 34,814 | $84,937 | $500,600 | $1,724 | 8.8 |
| 98174 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 98177 | 20,506 | $162,607 | $995,700 | $2,123 | 5.6 |
| 98178 | 25,929 | $93,786 | $628,200 | $1,836 | 4.9 |
| 98195 | 2,471 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 98199 | 22,751 | $176,729 | $1,160,000 | $2,461 | 4.2 |
| 98353 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.8 |
Seattle, WA has 43 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,170,623. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$61,892,850. The average median home value is -$61,124,046. The average median monthly rent is -$77,517,530.
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