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Kitsap County

#5 in Best Counties to Live in Washington
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • County in Washington
  • 7 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B+
    2. Crime & Safety
      C+
    3. Housing
      C
    4. Nightlife
      A
    5. Good for Families
      B+
    6. Diversity
      B+
    7. Jobs
      B
    8. Weather
      A+
    9. Cost of Living
      C-
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A+
    12. Commute
      B+
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    Kitsap County is located in Washington with a population of 258,903. In Kitsap County, most residents own their homes. In Kitsap County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. Many young professionals live in Kitsap County and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Kitsap County are above average.
    Population
    258,903

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $277,500
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,116
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
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    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      33%
    • Own
      67%
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    Kitsap County Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C+
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      236
      282.7
    • Murder
      3.3
      6.1
    • Rape
      51.8
      40.7
    • Robbery
      41.9
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      486.4
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,493.9
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      330.9
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      11%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      10%
    • 25-34 years
      14%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      13%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      16%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      11%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      21%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      40%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      22%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      6%
      13%

    Working in Kitsap County

    Jobs
    B
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $68,336
    National
    $55,322
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      Kitsap County Reviews

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      Some parts have a great view of the water and the plant life is abundant. There are good places to eat, new ones pop up all the time! Many areas have great prices on homes and for renting. There are also discount stores: good will, grocery outlet, saars, winco. There are also events held all over the county. Everything from music, comedy, charity, and poetry. The crime is low and most areas are well maintained. Downtown Bremerton is packed with shops of all kinds and the waterfront frequently hosts exciting events!
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      Kitsap county is a very laid back county and more than welcoming to the outsiders. We have water all around us, whether you like lakes or the sound, it is there for you. Want to snow ski? Just head out in many directions and you are there in a couple hours. We have several high schools and all the kids seem to know each other and get along well. Most of the activities in our area bring all the schools together.
      Kitsap County is quiet and homey and has great opportunities for adventure nearby. Each part of the county has a different feel with people, lifestyle and culture and has a great amount of outdoor activities to take part in.