Washington · Metropolitan Area
Bremerton is a mid-size city in Washington with a population of 44,531. Residents earn $74,399 per year, which is 1% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bremerton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Bremerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bremerton is $74,399, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Bremerton is $409,500, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,535 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 531 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,599 per 100,000, 135% above the national average.
26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Bremerton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 89.2% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.8% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $74,399 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,201 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,377 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,803 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,739 |
| County GDP | $18,349M |
| Restaurants | 580 |
| Healthcare | 720 |
| Retail | 705 |
| Manufacturing | 158 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.72% |
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
| Census Median | $409,500 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $477,013 |
| Median List Price | $475,000 |
| Median List Price | $475,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $289 |
| Homes Sold | 39 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 19.5% |
| Inventory | 77 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,535 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,859 |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.72% |
| Obesity | 34.5% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.9% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,099/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 720 |
| Total Violent | 531.0/100K |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 99.1/100K |
| Robbery | 99.1/100K |
| Assault | 332.8/100K |
| Total Property | 4,598.7/100K |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 876.6/100K |
| Theft | 3,330.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 391.3/100K |
| Arson | 30.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.9 inches |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Area | 28.4 sq mi (73.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,566/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5399°N, 122.7170°W |
| County FIPS | 53035 |
Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.9% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,566/sq mi |
| Total Area | 28.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 19 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 23 |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 720 |
| Restaurants | 580 |
| Retail Stores | 705 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Avg Commute | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |