Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.3% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 59% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 75 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,749 (18.6%) |
| Some College | 3,034 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 4,276 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,313 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,053 (43.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,098 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $493,585 ▲ 77% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,356/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,694 |
| Vacant Units | 3,040 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jefferson County is located in Washington and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 32,026 residents. With a median age of 58.99, it is an older county.
Jefferson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,097 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.8%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Jefferson County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $493,585 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,355. Homeownership rates are high at 79.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jefferson County are primarily White (86.47%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 52.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Jefferson County, WA is a solidly middle-class 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98320 | Brinnon | 1,313 | $53,000 | $265,500 | $1,222 | 8.4% | 29.1% |
| 98325 | Chimacum | 1,654 | $76,414 | $468,000 | $686 | 5.4% | 48.3% |
| 98358 | Nordland | 982 | $93,125 | $561,400 | $1,382 | 0.0% | 55.8% |
| 98339 | Port Hadlock | 3,480 | $73,750 | $385,500 | $1,179 | 2.6% | 33.7% |
| 98365 | Port Ludlow | 5,178 | $98,393 | $603,500 | $1,811 | 5.7% | 52.8% |
| 98368 | Port Townsend | 17,401 | $67,061 | $511,900 | $1,349 | 10.3% | 58.8% |
| 98376 | Quilcene | 2,018 | $59,732 | $376,400 | $1,172 | 5.6% | 44.0% |