Shoreline, WA Local Data & Statistics

State: WA

Total population: 61,431 Household income: $112,751 Rent: $1,985

Overview

Total population

61,431

Rent

$1,985

Year built

1969

Household income

$112,751

Per capita income

$62,714

Poverty rate

8.8%

Unemployment rate

3.5%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

52.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Washington

Total population

61,431

Adults over 25

46,879

Total households

24,420

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$112,751

Per capita income

$62,714

Poverty rate

8.8%

Unemployment rate

3.5%

Rent over 30% of income

52.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,985

Year built

1969

Households that rent

33.7%

Households that own

66.3%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.7

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

62.8%

Black

6.6%

Asian

14.6%

Two or more races

11.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

8.7%

Not Hispanic or Latino

91.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

74.4%

Commute time to work

27 mins

Work from home

25.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

21.9%

High school graduate or GED

14.8%

Some college or associate degree

10.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

52.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Shoreline, WA with: Washington State United States

Shoreline, WA

Total population61,431

Rent$1,985

Year built1969

Household income$112,751

Per capita income$62,714

Poverty rate8.8%

Unemployment rate3.5%

Washington State

Total population7,816,116

Rent$1,760

Year built1985

Household income$98,141

Per capita income$53,744

Poverty rate9.9%

Unemployment rate4.5%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityShoreline, WA	StateWashington	CountryUnited States
Total population	61,431	7,816,116	334,922,499
Rent	$1,985	$1,760	$1,413
Year built	1969	1985	1980
Household income	$112,751	$98,141	$80,734
Per capita income	$62,714	$53,744	$44,673
Poverty rate	8.8%	9.9%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.5%	4.5%	4%

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Summary for Shoreline, WA

Shoreline is located in Washington.

Rent & Income

In Shoreline, the typical monthly rent is $1,985 and the typical household income is $112,751. Rent here is higher than in both Washington and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 8.8%, which is lower than in both Washington and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 33.7% of households. About 52.9% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 52.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is lower than both Washington and the national rate.

Shoreline, WA — Rent vs Household Income

Shoreline, WA — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Shoreline, WA compares in Washington State (25 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,985	18 / 25	from lower rent	$1,117 – $2,857
Household income	$112,751	6 / 25	from higher income	$62,815 – $239,690
Poverty rate	8.8%	7 / 25	from lower poverty	4.3% – 18.6%
Unemployment rate	3.5%	6 / 25	from lower unemployment	2.8% – 6.8%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Washington State with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Shoreline, WA

Rent

Rent prices put Shoreline in 18th place among 25 large communities in Washington. Across Washington, rents range from $1,117 in Yakima, WA up to $2,857 in Sammamish, WA.

Household income

Shoreline ranks 6th among 25 large places for typical household income. Statewide values run from $62,815 in Yakima, WA to $239,690 in Sammamish, WA.

Poverty rate

For poverty rates, Shoreline is ranked 7th among 25 major areas. Across Washington, poverty runs from 4.3% in Sammamish, WA to 18.6% in Bellingham, WA.

Unemployment rate

Shoreline places 6th among 25 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.8% to 6.8%.

💰 Rent in Shoreline, WA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,985 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Shoreline, WA

Annual Household Income: $112,751

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Shoreline, WA

Estimated Rate: 8.8%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Shoreline, WA

In Shoreline, WA, households that rent: 8,239 (33.7%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	8,239	33.7%
Owner-Occupied	16,181	66.3%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Shoreline, WA

In Shoreline, WA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 4,358 (52.9%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	4,358	52.9%
Other renter households	3,881	47.1%
Total renter households	8,239	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Shoreline, WA

Less than High School: 10,281 people (21.9%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 6,921 people (14.8%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,916 people (10.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 24,761 people (52.8%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 46,879

📊 Unemployment Rate in Shoreline, WA

Estimated Rate: 3.5%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.