Everett

Everett, Washington Overview

Everett scores 55.2/100 overall (B), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Washington — below the state composite of 61.4. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 77/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 35/100.

Income & Employment in Everett

Everett’s median income of $74,276 is 18% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.7% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.4%.

Safety in Everett

At 178.9 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Everett sits meaningfully below the Washington average of 372 — a 108% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2481.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Everett

Everett has a cost of living index of 113 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $532,300. Median monthly rent is $1,675. The price-to-income ratio of 7.2x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Everett

The adult obesity rate in Everett is 32.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.4%. Residents report an average of 17.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Washington ranks #7 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Everett

Everett has a high school graduation rate of 88%. The student-teacher ratio is 18.1:1. Local districts invest $19,048 per student, well above the national median. The city has 32 public schools serving 22,271 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Everett

Everett enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 59°F. Summers average 70.4°F. Winters average 43.3°F. Annual precipitation is 20.9 inches.

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