Edmonds

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edmonds waThe City of Edmonds is an 8.9-square mile urban community with 41,260 people.

The third largest city in Snohomish County, Edmonds has many characteristics: a growing economic base, diverse marketplace, excellent school system, and outstanding quality of life that make it an excellent location to locate, start or grow a business.

A charming waterfront town, celebrated as an arts community, Edmonds offers a vibrant downtown, sandy beaches, stunning views, and a full calendar of exciting events. Fanning out from the central fountain, the walkable downtown boasts art galleries and day spas, as well as shops and boutiques offering clothing, garden supplies, house wares, jewelry, books and travel accessories, specialty wine and food stuffs. Restaurants, cafes and bistros, offer a delicious dining experience and beachfront eateries with outdoor tables provide scenic views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains, and magnificent sunsets. Shopping and dining opportunities are also found along Highway 99, punctuated by the multiethnic “International District,” and the neighborhood commercial districts of Westgate, Five Corners, Firdale Village, and Perrinville.

The City of Edmonds is committed to supporting and retaining its business community and enhancing economic development. Economic Development Department staff proactively work to strengthen the Edmonds economy, create a more business-friendly environment, and work with the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce, Port of Edmonds, elected officials and City staff on policies to bolster the retail, service and commercial sectors.

Distance From

  • Work:
    • Everett:15 minutes
    • Lynnwood: 10 minutes
    • Bellevue: 30 minutes
    • Seattle: 25 minutes
  • Skiing: 60 minutes
  • Boating: 5 minutes

K-12 School District

Edmonds School District

Major Employers

  • Edmonds School District
  • Swedish Hospital Edmonds
  • City of Edmonds
  • Rick Steves’ Europe
  • WinCo
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Population

Total Population

43,636

Population
Growth Rate

0.46%

Median Age

47

Diversity Index

54.900

Source: ESRI, 2025-08-25

Housing & Income

Households

18,951

Total Housing Units

19,625


Owner Occupied

13,244

Renter Occupied

5,707

Vacant

674

Median Home Value

$940,971


Average Home Value

$1,051,860

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.56%

Income Projection

Median Household

$122,630 $143,663


Average Household

$169,091 $191,192


Per Capita

$73,484 $83,387

Source: ESRI, 2025-08-25

Workforce

Total Businesses

1,754

Total Employed

16,252

Workers 16+

22,310

2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

368

Employed

5,066

2025 Accommodation / Food Service

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Businesses

145

Employed

1,994

2025 Food Service / Drinking Est.

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Businesses

132

Employed

1,907

2025 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

175

Employed

1,860

2025 Prof / Scientific / Tech Service

cp-industries

Businesses

242

Employed

1,218

2025 Other Service excl Pub Admin

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Businesses

207

Employed

1,152

Some
High School

468

Graduated
High School

4,781

Associates
Degree

3,170

Bachelor's
Degree

11,564

Graduate
Degree

7,052

Average Commute Time

28 min.



Resident Commuters

13,920

Non-Resident Commuters

8,205

Drive Alone

13,446

Carpooled

1,353

Public

886

Work At Home

5,653

Source: ESRI, 2025-08-25