Tumwater

WA

Thurston County, Washington

Population 299K |Median income $96,563 |3 hospitals

Population
299,067
Thurston County
Median Income
$96,563
+42% vs avg
Median Home Value
$480,300
+111% vs avg
Median Age
40
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
299K+17%
Median Income
$96,563+55%
Median Home Value
$480,300+96%
Poverty Rate
9.5%-19%
Unemployment
4.9%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,736/mo
Poverty Rate
9.5% -33% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 38.5%
Work From Home 20.5%
Public Transit 1%

Population

White 72.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 7.9%
Asian 6.1%
African American 3.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
34.5%
Short Sleep Duration
34.3%
Obesity
31.2%
Physical Inactivity
17.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.9%
Binge Drinking
14.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.4%
Current Asthma
11.2%
Diabetes
10.3%
Current Smoking
10.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 69.2%
Dental Visit 69.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.8%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
CAPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
OLYMPIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
PROVIDENCE ST PETER HOSPITAL
OLYMPIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Tumwater 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 Tumwater, WA? ▼
Tumwater, WA has a population of 299,067 people, located in Thurston County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Tumwater? ▼
The median household income in Tumwater, WA is $96,563 per year. The poverty rate is 9.5%.
What is the median home value in Tumwater? ▼
The median home value in Tumwater, WA is $480,300. Median rent is $1,736/month.
What are the top health concerns in Tumwater? ▼
The top health indicators in Tumwater include High Blood Pressure (34.5%), Short Sleep Duration (34.3%), Obesity (31.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Tumwater? ▼
Tumwater has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Tumwater? ▼
The median age in Tumwater, WA is 40 years. 38.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Tumwater, WA is located in Thurston County, Washington. With a population of 299K and a median household income of $96,563, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Tumwater 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 (Thurston 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.