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Snohomish, WA


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Snohomish, Washington

Snohomish, Washington, in Snohomish county, is 6 miles SE of Everett, Washington (center to center) and 23 miles NE of Seattle, Washington. Part of the surrounding Seattle - Bellevue - Everett metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Snohomish is home to some 8,494 residents.

The People and Families of Snohomish

In Snohomish, about 47% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Snohomish had a median family income of $61,034. More so than most places, the people in Snohomish generally have good jobs with good salaries. The large segment of the population in the city with spending money keeps the city vital.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($18,715) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Snohomish. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Snohomish Housing

According to the 2000 census, 55% of the housing in Snohomish was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Snohomish, 91% of commuters drive to work.

Of Note

High Points

Snohomish strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Washington):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 14%Snohomish Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 16%Snohomish Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 16%Snohomish Well-Paid Single Men
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 19%Snohomish People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Snohomish, WA

Comparing Snohomish to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old97
Well-Paid Single Women89
Well-Paid Single Men89
Female Share of the Population69
Male Share of the Population52
Senior Citizens46
Racial Diversity44
Age of the Population35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size55
Portion of People Married33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income89
People in Middle Class or Better79
People Above Poverty68
College Educated Adults68

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use88
Walking and Biking to Work76
Working at Home75
Short Commute Times22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals97
Housing Recently Built76
People Living Alone77
Affordability of Property Taxes43
Seasonal and Vacation Housing43
Affordability of Rents43

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime44
Low Property Crime24

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