Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
16%
Everett, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,656
Population
114,622
Renter Mix
54% Rent
Seattle suburb enjoys access to the city, beaches, and mountains.
Coastal
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Riverside
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Lush
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 September 2026, the average apartment rent in Everett, WA is $1,455 for a studio, $1,656 for one bedroom, $1,900 for two bedrooms, and $2,340 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Everett has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,656/month
665 Sq Ft
House
$2,902/month
1,521 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,137/month
908 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,426/month
1,199 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Everett, WA is 27.3% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Everett is 48.6% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,455 - $2,340. You can expect to pay 8.7% more for groceries, 20.0% more for utilities, and 44.9% 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
588 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
534 Students
Public
Grades K-5
594 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
489 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
436 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,076 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
887 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
942 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
740 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
871 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,668 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,649 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,110 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
129 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
114 Students
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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
Transit / Subway
- Mukilteo
- Clinton
Airports
- Seattle Paine Field International
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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 September 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.