Everett, Washington

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Everett's transformation in state of Washington from a mill town to an urban center and aerospace center of excellence has been a labor of love for its residents. Since the city was incorporated in 1893, Everett citizens have never lost their commitment to making their city a center of commerce and a magnet for creative thinking.

Geography

The beauty of Snohomish County's natural environment and a rich variety of outdoor activities contribute to Everett's quality of life. From the bark of a sea lion to the distant peaks of the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, Everett fires the imagination.

Demographics

As of 2010, Everett's population is 94,853 people. Since 2000, it's population has grown annually at 3.64 percent. The median home cost in Everett is $205,720. Home appreciation the last year has been -16.76 percent. Compared to the rest of the country, Everett's cost of living is 8.00% higher than the U.S. average.

Economy

Since its founding more than 100 years ago, the city has grown from a bustling mill town to a crucial deep-water port with a robust manufacturing and retail core, a state-of-the-art naval station and a rapidly expanding high-tech industry. Everett’s labor force has evolved as well. Today, the city of Everett’s growing economy supports more than 87,000 jobs, with a strong focus on technology, life sciences, electronics, aerospace and service-based industries.

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