Port Townsend, WA


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Port Townsend, WA

About Port Townsend, WA

Port Townsend is an incorporated city situated within Jefferson County, Washington boasting plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple parks perfect for enjoying a picnic or taking part in various sports activities plus nearby Fort Worden offers stunning views great for outdoor activities. Additionally there are numerous shopping outlets and eateries providing unique itemsor delicious cuisine ideal for any budget during their stay here!

Location Details

State: Washington
County: Jefferson County
Metro Area: No Metro Area
City: Port Townsend
Zip Codes: 98368
Cost of Living: 9.2% higher

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Port Townsend Cost of Living
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$579,900
+41.7% higher than avg
$54,907
-25.7% lower than avg
$1,580 /mo
Monthly rent (2br)
+9.5% higher than avg
Port Townsend Crime
42.5 / 100
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4
Minimum annual income
To live comfortably in Port Townsend, Washington
$111,240
for a family
$56,000
for a single person
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We live a little over an hour away and absolutely love Port Townsend and the surrounding areas. There are a lot of surprises. There are great places to eat, live music,  More

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I loved living in Port Townsend for about 20 years. It’s a quiet and safe town with several festivals, art, music, and more. The main economy is centered around tourism  More

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Transplant Californians are selling their shacks for a million, and purchasing homes here for twice what they should cost due to supply and demand. Port Townsend is a  More

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