Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
20%
Olympia
Olympia, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,544
Population
57,965
Renter Mix
53% Rent
Bask in the beautiful waterfront lifestyle of Washington’s state capital
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Nestled at the southern tip of Puget Sound, Olympia combines waterfront scenery with the distinction of being Washington's capital city. From historic downtown apartments to residential communities in East Olympia and South Capitol, the housing options are extensive. The rental market remains stable, with current average rents ranging from $1,308 for studios to $2,378 for four-bedroom homes, showing modest year-over-year increases between 0.7% and 2.1%. The city features an extensive trail system, including Squaxin Park (formerly Priest Point Park) with its 150-year-old forest and waterfront access, while downtown hosts the historic Capitol Theater and Washington Center for Performing Arts.
Downtown Olympia centers around Percival Landing, where the year-round Olympia Farmers Market draws visitors to the waterfront boardwalk. The Evergreen State College and South Puget Sound Community College contribute to the city's educational landscape. The South Capitol Historic District features preserved craftsman homes, while the West Side offers residential communities near parks and natural areas. Downtown's artesian wells, including the historic Fourth Avenue Fountain, remain an integral part of local heritage. The annual Procession of the Species parade, held each April, showcases the community's artistic spirit through elaborate costumes and performances.
Explore the City
Rows of large homes for growing families can be found in Northwest.
Carlyon-North offers charming homes with easy access to Washington’s top attractions.
Cozy homes in Carlyon-North, close to parks, schools, and local amenities.
Travel made easy with SeaTac International Airport near Carlyon-North.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$69,643
Average: $88,388
Education
22,467
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
28,943
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Olympia has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
53%
Non-Renters
47%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
33%
Other Education
67%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Olympia, WA is $1,302 for a studio, $1,510 for one bedroom, $1,833 for two bedrooms, and $2,188 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Olympia has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,510/month
668 Sq Ft
House
$2,603/month
1,713 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,570/month
1,667 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Olympia, WA is 13.2% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Olympia is 17.3% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,302 - $2,188. You can expect to pay 6.2% more for groceries, 2.6% less for utilities, and 28.4% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Olympia, WA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
393 Students
Public
Grades K-5
382 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
577 Students
Public
Grades K-5
355 Students
Public
Grades K-5
316 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
447 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
750 Students
Thurgood Marshall Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
441 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
577 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
392 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,838 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,326 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1 Students
School data provided by
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hands On Children's Museum
- Yashiro Japanese Garden
- Heritage Park Fountain Park
- Olympia Woodland Trail
- Percival Landing
Military Bases
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Houses for Rent in Olympia
Property Management Companies in Olympia, WA
Olympic Management Company
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Greystar
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Reeder Management Inc
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Avenue5 Residential
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Icon Real Estate Services Inc.
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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.