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Skagit County, Washington
Skagit County, Washington. Skagit County had 132,975 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 2.7% since 2020, slower than Washington (+3.8%). It holds 19 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs and 11 census-designated) and 42 census tracts. GEOID 53057.
Skagit County is the county of the Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
132,975
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 129,523 · ACS 2020-2024: 131,328
Median household income
$89,263
±$2,583 (90% margin)
Washington: $98,141
Median home value
$545,100
±$11,795 (90% margin)
Washington: $564,600
Median gross rent
$1,536
±$53 (90% margin)
Washington: $1,760
How many people live in Skagit County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 129,523 residents in Skagit County. The Census Bureau estimates 132,975 for July 1, 2025, up 2.7% since 2020, slower than Washington (+3.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 131,328 over 1,730 square miles of land.
| Measure | Skagit County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 131,328 | 7,816,116 | +5,716 |
| Households | 52,329±421 | 3,064,820 | +3,836 |
| Average household size | 2.47±0.02 | 2.50 | −0.08 |
| Housing units | 57,050±80 | 3,306,620 | +3,157 |
Skagit County's population since 2000
From 102,979 in 2000 to 132,975 in 2025: up 29.1%. 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 Skagit County?
Skagit County holds 19 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 11 census-designated places. The largest is Mount Vernon with 35,193 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Mount Vernon | 35,219 | $75,777 |
|---|---|---|
| Anacortes | 17,637 | $91,951 |
| Sedro-Woolley | 12,421 | $80,885 |
| Burlington | 9,152 | $80,475 |
| Big Lake | 2,980 | $109,286 |
| Clear Lake (Skagit County) | 1,228 | $71,667 |
| La Conner | 965 | $80,385 |
| Bay ViewGEOID 5304790 | 812 | $90,188 |
| Concrete | 801 | $81,719 |
| AlgerGEOID 5301255 | 507 | $109,151 |
| Lyman | 423 | $86,875 |
| Lake McMurrayGEOID 5337526 | 382 | not published |
| HamiltonGEOID 5329255 | 299 | $67,500 |
| MarblemountGEOID 5343325 | 286 | $100,458 |
| EdisonGEOID 5320680 | 240 | not published |
| BowGEOID 5307450 | 203 | $67,103 |
| Lake CavanaughGEOID 5337105 | 200 | $119,318 |
| RockportGEOID 5359250 | 90 | $103,047 |
| ConwayGEOID 5314520 | 87 | 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 Skagit County?
The median resident of Skagit County is 42.1 years old; 20.9% are under 18 and 22.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 70.9%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 19.3%. 9.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Skagit County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.1±0.4 | 38.3 | +0.6 |
| Under 18 years | 20.9% | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.6%±0.1 pts | 16.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 19.3% | 14.4% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 70.9%±0.3 pts | 63.1% | −3.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.1 pts | 3.8% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.1%±0.2 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.2%±0.4 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 9.0%±0.6 pts | 15.4% | −1.3 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 16.0%±0.9 pts | 21.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.4%±0.5 pts | 7.8% | – |
| With a disability | 15.3%±0.8 pts | 13.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.4%±0.5 pts | 6.3% | −0.9 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.7%±0.8 pts | 92.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 30.2%±1.1 pts | 39.6% | +4.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 11.8%±0.7 pts | 15.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±0.3 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 Skagit County earn?
Half of Skagit County's 52,329 households earn less than $89,263 a year (±$2,583), against $98,141 in Washington. In 2015-2019 the median was $82,491 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,772 after inflation. 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Skagit County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $89,263±$2,583 | $98,141 | +$6,772 |
| Mean household income | $111,733±$2,267 | $134,588 | – |
| Per capita income | $45,140±$907 | $53,744 | +$4,320 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.6%±1.0 pts | 9.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 16.3%±2.7 pts | 11.6% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.4%±1.0 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 93.8%±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 Skagit County?
Owners occupy 70.1% of Skagit County's occupied homes and renters 29.9%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $545,100 by its owner (±$11,795). The median renter pays $1,536 a month including utilities, and 42.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Skagit County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $545,100±$11,795 | $564,600 | +$168,508 |
| Median gross rent | $1,536±$53 | $1,760 | +$180 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 42.5%±2.7 pts | 40.1% | +4.0 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,285±$38 | $2,445 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 70.1%±1.1 pts | 63.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 57,050±80 | 3,306,620 | +3,157 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.4%±0.6 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 73.1%±1.1 pts | 61.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 6.9%±0.6 pts | 5.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.9%±0.4 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 12.6%±0.9 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 Skagit County building?
Builders took permits for 373 new housing units across Skagit County in 2025 (168 single-family), 2.8 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 Skagit County get to work?
74.6% of Skagit County's workers drive alone and 12.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.9%.
| Measure | Skagit County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 58.4%±0.9 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9%±0.6 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 74.6%±1.5 pts | 63.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.5%±1.0 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.6%±0.2 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Walked | 1.9%±0.4 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.2%±1.1 pts | 19.8% | +5.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.4 min±0.8 | 26.6 min | no clear change |
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 Skagit County's census tracts?
Skagit County is divided into 42 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $47,121 (Tract 9525) to $137,361 (Tract 9508.03).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Skagit County compare with Washington's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 11th of 39 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 33rd of 39 |
| Residents per square mile | 14th of 39 |
| Median household income | 10th of 39 |
| Median home value | 7th of 39 |
| Median gross rent | 9th of 39 |
| Poverty rate | 23rd of 39 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19th of 39 |
| Median age | 20th 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
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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