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

43,085

Population
Growth Rate

0.24%

Median Age

49

Diversity Index

51.700

Housing & Income

Households

18,663

Total Housing Units

19,376


Owner Occupied

13,589

Renter Occupied

5,074

Vacant

713

Median Home Value

$759,003


Average Home Value

$834,684

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.98%

Income Projection

Median Household

$108,106 $125,514


Average Household

$158,196 $182,397


Per Capita

$68,542 $79,372

Workforce

Total Businesses

1,642

Total Employed

14,885

Workers 16+

21,938

2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance

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Businesses

273

Employed

4,011

2023 Accommodation / Food Service

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Businesses

138

Employed

1,975

2023 Retail Trade Businesses

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Businesses

178

Employed

1,940

2023 Food Service / Drinking Est.

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Businesses

125

Employed

1,884

2023 Prof / Scientific / Tech Service

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Businesses

207

Employed

994

2023 Other Service excl Pub Admin

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Businesses

184

Employed

833

Some
High School

576

Graduated
High School

4,943

Associates
Degree

3,137

Bachelor's
Degree

11,365

Graduate
Degree

6,115

Average Commute Time

0 min.



Resident Commuters

11,714

Non-Resident Commuters

10,070

Drive Alone

14,201

Carpooled

1,500

Public

1,586

Work At Home

3,830