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Olympia, Washington

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As of 2009, Olympia's population is 44,925 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 5.01 percent.

The median home cost in Olympia is $252,590. Home appreciation the last year has been -4.40 percent.

Compared to the rest of the country, Olympia's cost of living is 5.94% Higher than the U.S. average.

Olympia public schools spend $6,421 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 19 students per teacher in Olympia.

The unemployment rate in Olympia is 6.40 percent(U.S. avg. is 8.50%). Recent job growth is Positive. Olympia jobs have Increased by 0.30 percent.

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Heritage Park Fountain: There is a wonderful fountain in Heritage Park in downtown Olympia, near the Percival Landing. It's one of those fountains where streams of water shoot up from the... (read more)

The REAL Cost of living in Olympic Peninsula Area: Has any one got words of wisdom regarding the true cost of living in this... (read more)

Great City to Visit: Downtown Olympia's waterfront is very picturesque and is located on Puget Sound. The city is quaint and enjoys a small town atmosphere. Olympia is definitely worth a... (read more)

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