Living in Jefferson County, Washington

Jefferson County is a county in Washington with a population of around 30,466. The main communities are Port Townsend.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,352/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $602K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 42°F) and cool summers (highs around 62°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and hurricane risk.

Demographics

Jefferson County has older demographics, with a median age of 58 and a moderately educated workforce (44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.