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County overview

Snohomish County

Washington - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Snohomish County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Snohomish County

Population
828,337
Age 65+
14.1%
Median age
38.3
Owner-occupied
68.6%
With disability
11.7%
Median home value
$592,800
Median income
$104,083
Residents 65+
116,864
How Snohomish County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-14.5%
% owner-occupied
+5.9%
% with disability
-9.3%
Median household income
+38.5%
Median home value
+110.3%
Median age
-0.5%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Snohomish County

Snohomish County is home to roughly 828,337 residents, of whom about 116,796 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 14.1%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 68.6% of homes in Snohomish County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $592,800. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 11.7% of Snohomish County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.