Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
16%
Everett
Everett, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,661
Population
114,622
Renter Mix
54% Rent
Seattle suburb enjoys access to the city, beaches, and mountains.
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Living in Everett, Washington combines waterfront living with city convenience in a scenic Puget Sound setting. Located on the Port Gardner Peninsula, residents enjoy views of the Olympic Mountains while accessing the amenities of Snohomish County's largest city. The rental market remains steady, with average rents ranging from $1,408 for studios to $2,506 for four-bedroom homes, showing modest year-over-year increases between 0.6% to 2.6% depending on unit size.
The Northwest and Delta neighborhoods showcase historic architecture, while downtown features newer apartment communities. The waterfront continues to evolve with the development of Waterfront Place, adding public spaces and dining options along the shore. The Boeing factory represents a cornerstone of local industry, while Naval Station Everett and Providence Regional Medical Center contribute to employment opportunities. Outdoor recreation spans across Forest Park's 197 acres and extends to Jetty Island, accessible by seasonal ferry from July through Labor Day. Local arts flourish at the Schack Art Center and Historic Everett Theatre, which hosts performances throughout the year. Residents appreciate the lower cost of living compared to neighboring Seattle while maintaining easy access to metropolitan amenities.
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Admiralty Head Light on Whidbey Island
Ferry near Whidbey Island
Demographics
Median Household Income
$75,215
Average: $93,380
Education
26,682
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
59,012
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Everett has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
54%
Non-Renters
46%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Everett, WA is $1,455 for a studio, $1,641 for one bedroom, $1,887 for two bedrooms, and $2,378 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Everett has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,641/month
664 Sq Ft
House
$2,854/month
1,468 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,242/month
3,071 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,019/month
877 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Everett, WA is 17.6% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Everett is 34.2% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,455 - $2,378. You can expect to pay 9.4% more for groceries, 8.1% less for utilities, and 16.6% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Everett, WA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
631 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
534 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
584 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
489 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
405 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
949 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
909 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
880 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
706 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
947 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,793 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,606 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades 9-12
2,090 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Johnston-Kelly Park
- Howarth Park
- Hannabrook Park
- Harborview Park
- Imagine Children's Museum
Airports
- Seattle Paine Field International
Top Apartments in Everett
Houses for Rent in Everett
Property Management Companies in Everett, WA
Devco Residential Group
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35
Communities
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8,947
Units
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16
Cities
9 Communities in Everett
Coast Property Management
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61
Communities
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7,189
Units
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31
Cities
7 Communities in Everett
Avenue5 Residential
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581
Communities
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129,613
Units
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224
Cities
6 Communities in Everett
Greystar
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3,491
Communities
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960,425
Units
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891
Cities
3 Communities in Everett
AMC
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614
Communities
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122,806
Units
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243
Cities
3 Communities in Everett
Epic Asset Management
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24
Communities
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4,198
Units
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7
Cities
3 Communities in Everett
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.