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Washington State Housing, Demographics, State History and Leisure Activities

Welcome to our Washington Relocation Resource Center! We hope you'll find some interesting information about Washington's state history, tourist attractions and places to visit as well as housing and demographic statistics and visit our referral links to state and local government agencies.

Historical Facts, Housing Data and Demographics

Washington, a Pacific Coast state occupying approximately 66,544 square miles, was admitted to the Union in 1889. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the 2006 population estimate was 6,395,798 and the 2003 Median household income was $48,185 per year. The housing units in 2005 was reported to be 2,651,645 and the homeownership rate in 2000 to be around 64.6% as compared to a nationwide homeownership rate of approximately 66.2%. The U.S. Census Bureau also reported the median value of owner-occupied housing units in 2000 to be $168,300.

For more Washington housing information, you may wish to contact one of these local real estate agents for assistance.

Snohomish County Real Estate regions, including Bothell Washington Real Estate and Mill Creek Washington Real Estate. Search all listed homes and properties for sale in the King County, and Snohomish County WA areas.
Seattle Team Real Estate agents are based in Kirkland, but help buyers find homes all over the Seattle Area.
Let First Exclusive help you find Seattle real estate and homes in the Northwest. Let First Exclusive help you find Seattle real estate and homes in the Northwest.
Seattle Team Real Estate agents are based in Kirkland, but help buyers find homes all over the Seattle Area.
Browse Seattle Washington Boat Communities. Real Estate Agents specializing in waterfront homes and condos in Seattle metro are and surrounding boating and yachting communities, including Bellevue, Whidbey Island and anacortes.

Points of Interest and Things To Do

Washington's 120 state parks and other recreation areas offer opportunities for enjoyment and relaxation. Enjoy camping, hiking, biking, boating, windsurfing or rock climbing at these Washington state parks or venture out for cross-country skiing and snow shoeing  in the winter time. Explore the state on long-distance land and water trails. Visit the Puget Sound islands and explore the Columbia River Gorge. For permits and passes, state park fees and online reservations, visit the Official Washington State Park website.

State and Local Governments

For information about Washington's state capital, we have provided a link to the Official Site for Olympia, Washington with city services, things to do, economic development, event information and more. For a list of Washington state agencies and government services, a directory of departments and travel resources, you may wish to visit The Official Site for the State of Washington