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Bremerton, WA Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Wesley Jimenez

Just moved to Bremerton, any tips?

The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Bremerton sits at 403.1 per 100K. Homes are going for about $409,500 on average. The median home value here is around $409,500, which is pretty steep. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's...

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Savannah James

Weekend activities in Bremerton?

I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Audrey Peterson

Working in Bremerton -salaries realistic?

I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $74,399, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $409,500, which is pretty steep. Honestly, I think ...

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Paul C.

Top 5 things I love about Bremerton

I'm originally from Denver and Median household income is $74,399, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,535 for rent here. Poverty rate is 9.4%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Th...

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Austin Walker

Best coffee shops in Bremerton?

Hello, I've been here for 14 years and Median household income is $74,399, which feels about average for the area. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all think? Thanks in advance! The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Emilia Taylor

Is public transit usable in Bremerton?

Hello, I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 9.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 44,531, Bremerton is a smaller city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The sc...

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Austin Walker

Anyone work in healthcare in Bremerton?

I'm a remote worker and You can expect to pay around $1,535 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Anyone in a similar situation? The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. ...

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Savannah James

Is Bremerton worth moving to in 2026?

So, Crime rate is something to consider -Bremerton sits at 403.1 per 100K. Homes are going for about $409,500 on average. Household incomes average around $74,399 in Bremerton. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The pa...

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Austin Walker

Quick question about Bremerton

Not sure if this has been asked before, but TIA! The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Xavier Ruiz

Anyone else love living in Bremerton?

Hey, The median home value here is around $409,500, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Bremerton sits at 403.1 per 100K. Median household income is $74,399, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 44,531 people. The parks and outdoor are...

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Austin Walker

Job hunting in Bremerton -tips?

I've been here for 20 years and Household incomes average around $74,399 in Bremerton. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Has anyone dealt with this? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtow...

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Miles M.

Life in Bremerton as a young professional

Alright, Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I overthinking this?

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Miles M.

Best companies to work for in Bremerton?

I work in food service and It's a a smaller city city with about 44,531 people. Household incomes average around $74,399 in Bremerton. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improv...

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Sadie H.

Best areas to explore in Bremerton?

Hi all, My partner and I are The median home value here is around $409,500, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,535 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thoughts?

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Xavier Ruiz

Best neighborhoods in Bremerton

Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community...

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Ellie

Bremerton is underrated, change my mind

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night...

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Paul C.

The good and bad of living in Bremerton

Alright, Median household income is $74,399, which feels about average for the area. What do you all think?

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