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County overview

Thurston County

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

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Thurston County

Population
294,272
Age 65+
17.9%
Median age
39.5
Owner-occupied
67.3%
With disability
14.4%
Median home value
$411,700
Median income
$88,895
Residents 65+
52,793
How Thurston County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+8.5%
% owner-occupied
+3.9%
% with disability
+11.6%
Median household income
+18.3%
Median home value
+46%
Median age
+2.6%

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 Thurston County

Thurston County is home to roughly 294,272 residents, of whom about 52,675 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 17.9%, above 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 67.3% of homes in Thurston County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $411,700. 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 14.4% of Thurston County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to 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.