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Kitsap County, Washington
Kitsap County, Washington. Kitsap County had 283,374 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 2.8% since 2020, slower than Washington (+3.8%). It holds 28 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 24 census-designated) and 60 census tracts. GEOID 53035.
Kitsap County is the county of the Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
283,374
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 275,611 · ACS 2020-2024: 277,881
Median household income
$104,158
±$1,592 (90% margin)
Washington: $98,141
Median home value
$555,100
±$8,124 (90% margin)
Washington: $564,600
Median gross rent
$1,822
±$27 (90% margin)
Washington: $1,760
How many people live in Kitsap County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 275,611 residents in Kitsap County. The Census Bureau estimates 283,374 for July 1, 2025, up 2.8% since 2020, slower than Washington (+3.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 277,881 over 395 square miles of land.
| Measure | Kitsap County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 277,881 | 7,816,116 | +11,999 |
| Households | 108,537±829 | 3,064,820 | +4,624 |
| Average household size | 2.49±0.02 | 2.50 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 116,970±136 | 3,306,620 | +4,261 |
Kitsap County's population since 2000
From 231,969 in 2000 to 283,374 in 2025: up 22.2%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Kitsap County?
Kitsap County holds 28 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 24 census-designated places. The largest is Bremerton with 45,482 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Bremerton | 43,505 | $74,940 |
|---|---|---|
| Bainbridge Island | 24,825 | $172,188 |
| Silverdale | 20,733 | $105,483 |
| Port Orchard | 15,587 | $89,795 |
| Poulsbo | 11,975 | $116,250 |
| Parkwood | 7,635 | $88,625 |
| Tracyton | 5,967 | $103,935 |
| Manchester | 5,714 | $126,371 |
| Bangor BaseGEOID 5304100 | 5,482 | $79,918 |
| East Port Orchard | 5,262 | $75,320 |
| Suquamish | 4,266 | $86,224 |
| Bethel | 4,073 | $79,583 |
| Indianola | 3,664 | $98,684 |
| Hansville | 3,410 | $92,426 |
| Navy Yard City | 2,759 | $69,852 |
| Chico | 2,723 | $140,500 |
| Kingston | 2,515 | $90,625 |
| Enetai | 2,497 | $87,870 |
| Southworth | 2,362 | $123,281 |
| Lofall | 2,211 | $113,750 |
| Burley | 2,081 | $118,047 |
| Kitsap Lake | 1,997 | $100,602 |
| Rocky Point | 1,615 | $85,521 |
| Seabeck | 1,143 | $106,667 |
| Port Gamble Tribal Community | 1,010 | $70,000 |
| Erlands PointGEOID 5322115 | 916 | $114,044 |
| GorstGEOID 5327680 | 605 | not published |
| KeyportGEOID 5335625 | 576 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Kitsap County?
The median resident of Kitsap County is 40.2 years old; 19.7% are under 18 and 19.7% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 72.6%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 9.4%. 7.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Kitsap County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.2±0.2 | 38.3 | +1.1 |
| Under 18 years | 19.7% | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.7%±0.1 pts | 16.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 9.4% | 14.4% | +1.6 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 72.6%±0.3 pts | 63.1% | −4.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 2.2%±0.2 pts | 3.8% | −0.4 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 4.8%±0.3 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 8.6%±0.4 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 7.2%±0.4 pts | 15.4% | +0.7 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 9.4%±0.5 pts | 21.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 14.6%±0.6 pts | 7.8% | – |
| With a disability | 14.8%±0.5 pts | 13.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.1%±0.5 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 95.4%±0.4 pts | 92.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 37.9%±0.9 pts | 39.6% | +4.7 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 14.0%±0.5 pts | 15.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 4.1%±0.4 pts | 2.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Kitsap County earn?
Half of Kitsap County's 108,537 households earn less than $104,158 a year (±$1,592), against $98,141 in Washington. In 2015-2019 the median was $92,808 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $11,350 after inflation. 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Kitsap County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $104,158±$1,592 | $98,141 | +$11,350 |
| Mean household income | $132,745±$2,467 | $134,588 | – |
| Per capita income | $53,544±$956 | $53,744 | +$7,402 |
| People below the poverty line | 8.2%±0.6 pts | 9.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 10.0%±1.5 pts | 11.6% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.0%±0.7 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 95.3%±0.6 pts | 93.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Kitsap County?
Owners occupy 70.1% of Kitsap County's occupied homes and renters 29.9%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $555,100 by its owner (±$8,124). The median renter pays $1,822 a month including utilities, and 42.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Kitsap County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $555,100±$8,124 | $564,600 | +$149,094 |
| Median gross rent | $1,822±$27 | $1,760 | +$285 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 42.5%±2.5 pts | 40.1% | +5.1 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,330±$28 | $2,445 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 70.1%±1.1 pts | 63.8% | +2.3 pts |
| Housing units | 116,970±136 | 3,306,620 | +4,261 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.5 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.3%±1.1 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 71.1%±1.0 pts | 61.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 5.8%±0.5 pts | 5.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.5%±0.3 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 7.6%±0.6 pts | 9.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Kitsap County building?
Builders took permits for 1,780 new housing units across Kitsap County in 2025 (631 single-family), 6.3 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Kitsap County get to work?
63.3% of Kitsap County's workers drive alone and 16.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.7%.
| Measure | Kitsap County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.0%±0.6 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.7%±0.5 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 63.3%±1.2 pts | 63.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.2%±0.7 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 5.2%±0.5 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Walked | 4.1%±0.3 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 16.0%±0.7 pts | 19.8% | +9.7 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.4 min±0.7 | 26.6 min | −2.2 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Kitsap County's census tracts?
Kitsap County is divided into 60 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $58,781 (Tract 905.01) to $213,875 (Tract 910.01).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Kitsap County compare with Washington's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 7th of 39 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 31st of 39 |
| Residents per square mile | 3rd of 39 |
| Median household income | 3rd of 39 |
| Median home value | 6th of 39 |
| Median gross rent | 3rd of 39 |
| Poverty rate | 35th of 39 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 8th of 39 |
| Median age | 23rd of 39 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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