Port Orchard

WA

Kitsap County, Washington

Population 278K |Median income $104,158 |1 hospital

Population
277,881
Kitsap County
Median Income
$104,158
+53% vs avg
Median Home Value
$555,100
+144% vs avg
Median Age
40.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
278K+10%
Median Income
$104,158+67%
Median Home Value
$555,100+107%
Poverty Rate
8.2%-21%
Unemployment
4.2%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,822/mo
Poverty Rate
8.2% -42% vs avg
Unemployment 4.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 37.9%
Work From Home 16%
Public Transit 5.2%

Population

White 75%
Two or More Ethnicities 8.4%
Asian 4.9%
African American 2.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
33.2%
Obesity
31.8%
Short Sleep Duration
31.8%
Binge Drinking
17.1%
Physical Inactivity
16.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.5%
Current Asthma
11.2%
Current Smoking
10.4%
Diabetes
9.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 72.1%
Dental Visit 70.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.8%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
HARRISON MEDICAL CENTER
SILVERDALE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Port Orchard Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Whitton as Demamiel Rd Fire Brought Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd, Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Port Orchard, WA? ▼
Port Orchard, WA has a population of 277,881 people, located in Kitsap County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Port Orchard? ▼
The median household income in Port Orchard, WA is $104,158 per year. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
What is the median home value in Port Orchard? ▼
The median home value in Port Orchard, WA is $555,100. Median rent is $1,822/month.
What are the top health concerns in Port Orchard? ▼
The top health indicators in Port Orchard include High Blood Pressure (33.2%), Obesity (31.8%), Short Sleep Duration (31.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Port Orchard? ▼
Port Orchard has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Port Orchard? ▼
The median age in Port Orchard, WA is 40.2 years. 37.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Port Orchard, WA is located in Kitsap County, Washington. With a population of 278K and a median household income of $104,158, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Port Orchard area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Kitsap County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.