Suquamish, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Suquamish is a small town in Washington with a population of 4,515. Residents earn $83,856 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,515 Population 661/sq mi density
$83,856 Median Income $44,191 per capita
$428,100 Home Value $467,088 Zillow
$1,392 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$83,856 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$428,100 home value, $1,392/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,856
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $428,100
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,392
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

How Suquamish Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,515
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density661/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,856
Per Capita$44,191
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$428,100
Rent$1,392
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$467,088

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation336 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Suquamish a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Suquamish receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Suquamish stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Suquamish is $83,856, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Suquamish is $428,100, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,392 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Suquamish 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.

Suquamish has a population of 4,515 with a density of 661 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.9%), with 15.7% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

4,515
Total Population
661
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Suquamish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Suquamish vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Suquamish is $83,856, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Suquamish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,856
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,191
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,739
County GDP$18,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants580
Healthcare720
Retail705
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Suquamish is $428,100, 52% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,392 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $467,088.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$428,100
52% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$467,088

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,392
20% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Suquamish, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Suquamish vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma12.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity16.1%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities720

Crime Rates: Suquamish vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Suquamish has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation336 ft (102 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.7 km²)
Population Density661/sq mi
Coordinates47.7259°N, 122.5883°W
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.36
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density661/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home14.7%

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