Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA Metro Area

Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA · Metro Area

277,881Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Seattle-Tacoma, WA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $104,158
Median home value: $555,100
Land area: 395 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Kitsap County, WA	Central	277,881	$104,158	$555,100

Largest cities and towns

27 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Bremerton, WA	City	44,830	$74,940
Bainbridge Island, WA	City	24,631	$172,188
Silverdale, WA	CDP	20,685	$105,483
Port Orchard, WA	City	17,149	$89,795
Poulsbo, WA	City	12,165	$116,250
Parkwood, WA	CDP	6,873	$88,625
Tracyton, WA	CDP	6,137	$103,935
Bangor Base, WA	CDP	6,112	$79,918
Manchester, WA	CDP	5,956	$126,371
East Port Orchard, WA	CDP	4,725	$75,320
Bethel, WA	CDP	4,394	$79,583
Suquamish, WA	CDP	4,084	$86,224
Indianola, WA	CDP	3,468	$98,684
Hansville, WA	CDP	3,384	$92,426
Chico, WA	CDP	3,336	$140,500
Erlands Point-Kitsap Lake, WA	CDP	3,095	$56,332
Navy Yard City, WA	CDP	2,672	$69,852
Kingston, WA	CDP	2,496	$90,625
Burley, WA	CDP	2,443	$118,047
Enetai, WA	CDP	2,387	$87,870
Southworth, WA	CDP	2,286	$123,281
Lofall, WA	CDP	1,800	$113,750
Rocky Point, WA	CDP	1,716	$85,521
Seabeck, WA	CDP	787	$106,667
Port Gamble Tribal Community, WA	CDP	624	$70,000

Also in the Seattle-Tacoma, WA combined area

Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA · metro · 4,061,920 Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA · metro · 299,067 Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA · metro · 131,328 Oak Harbor, WA · micro · 86,836 Centralia, WA · micro · 85,154 Shelton, WA · micro · 67,982

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Unemployment

4.7%

College Educated

37.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$104,158

Mean Household Income

$132,745

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

51.3%

Female

48.7%

Population Split

Male51.3%

Female48.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German16.6%

English14.9%

Irish12.9%

Mexican5.7%

Italian3.7%

Scottish3.6%

French2.6%

Polish1.5%

African0.5%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

7.2%Foreign Born

92.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized60.9%

Non-Citizen39.1%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later27.2%

Before 201072.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

116,970

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Median Home Value

$555,100

Median Year Built

1986

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

54,989

College Enrollment

18.2%

High School

22.1%

College Educated

37.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

28.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

63.3%

Public Transit

5.2%

Work From Home

16.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.7%

18-34 Years

23.2%

35-64 Years

37.4%

65+ Years

19.7%

Population Composition

Under 1819.7%

18-3423.2%

35-6437.4%

65+19.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

54.1%

Single Parent

5.1%

Living Alone

23.8%

Avg Size

2.49

Household Types

Married Couples54.1%

Single Parent5.1%

Living Alone23.8%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$53,544

SNAP Usage

10.0%

Health Insurance

94.9%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k9.3%

$25k - $50k11.3%

$50k - $100k26.9%

$100k+52.4%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

11.1%

Retail Trade

11.9%

Education & Health Care

20.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.8%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.9%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

95.3%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

98.1%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

105.6

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

87.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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