Living in Kitsap County, Washington

Kitsap County is a county in Washington with a population of around 260,131, part of the Bremerton-Silverdale, WA MSA metro area. The main communities are Bremerton, Bainbridge Island, Port Orchard.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,016/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $546K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and cool summers (highs around 73°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and hurricane risk.

Demographics

Kitsap County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a moderately educated workforce (33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.