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Seattle
#3 in Best Cities for Young Professionals in America
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • City in Washington
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    Seattle Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    741,251
    Unemployment Rate
    2.9%
    Poverty Rate
    10.2%
    Non-Citizens
    10.2%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 53 responses
    • Progressive
      42%
    • Fast paced
      19%
    • Family oriented
      15%
    • laid-back
      6%
    • Nosy
      6%
    • passive aggressive
      6%
    • Amiable
      4%

    Seattle Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      28%
      13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      37%
      20%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      21%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      9%
      27%
    • Less than high school diploma
      5%
      11%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      63%
    • Asian
      16%
    • Hispanic
      7%
    • African American
      7%
    • Two or more races
      6%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Other race
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Male
      51%
    • Female
      49%
    Age
    • <10 years
      9%
    • 10-17 years
      6%
    • 18-24 years
      10%
    • 25-34 years
      25%
    • 35-44 years
      15%
    • 45-54 years
      12%
    • 55-64 years
      10%
    • 65+ years
      13%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $97,185
    National
    $64,994
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      13%
    • $25-$44k
      10%
    • $45-$74k
      16%
    • $75-$149k
      29%
    • $150k+
      31%
    Median Individual Income
    $52,142
    National
    $32,197
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      17%
    • $15-$34k
      18%
    • $35-$64k
      23%
    • $65k+
      41%

    Community

    Poll
    60%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 84 responses
    Poll
    83%
    of people say LGBT residents are very accepted. 84 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 53 responses
    • Get involved in the community
      34%
    • Use public transportation.
      26%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      19%
    • expensive , crime , crackheads and more
      6%
    • Use every form of transportation to save money.
      6%
    • don't even become a resident
      4%
    • Just give it a year you won't leave
      4%
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