Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -0.83 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.3% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 327 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,705 (20.3%) |
| Some College | 6,106 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 8,782 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 5,711 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,195 (36%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,587 ▲ 12% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $517,909 ▲ 86% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,564/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 33,566 |
| Vacant Units | 5,463 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Island County is located in Washington and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 69,212 residents. With a median age of 43.96, it is a middle-aged county.
Island County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $85,586 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.4% is well below the national average.
Housing in Island County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $517,909 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,564. Homeownership rates are high at 69.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Island County are primarily White (73.56%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Island County, WA is a middle-income area in Washington. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98236 | Clinton | 7,052 | $103,941 | $611,000 | $1,542 | 4.2% | 57.8% |
| 98239 | Coupeville | 7,492 | $86,138 | $577,700 | $1,177 | 4.8% | 52.4% |
| 98249 | Freeland | 4,531 | $99,583 | $585,700 | $1,648 | 2.2% | 54.5% |
| 98253 | Greenbank | 2,141 | $73,393 | $710,100 | $1,464 | 2.9% | 61.7% |
| 98260 | Langley | 5,480 | $100,490 | $646,100 | $1,455 | 3.5% | 59.2% |
| 98277 | Oak Harbor | 40,338 | $79,326 | $455,300 | $1,651 | 4.1% | 41.5% |