Apartments for rent in Port Orchard, WA

The small city of Port Orchard, Washington is home to just under 13,000 people. With an average age of just over 38, the city's population ranks around the middle compared to other municipalities in Washington, which has an average age of 38. Renters tend to be in the minority in Port Orchard, and 59% of residents own their homes. With a relatively low average rent of $1,108 a month in the city, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Washington. Each month, renters in Port Orchard will save around $99 compared to the state average.

Port Orchard residents have an average commute of about 30 minutes. Many residents (34%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transit is not extensively used. Not many residents commute to work on foot.

Compared to the national average (5%), Port Orchard has a large number of residents older than 25 who have earned an Associate's degree (8%). In addition, 10% possess a Bachelor's degree and 4% have earned a Master's or Doctoral degree. Many Port Orchard residents work in one of three industries: retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Combined, these industries account for 19% of the labor force in the city. With an average annual income of just over $70K, Port Orchard workers take home less than the average Washington resident. The city's average income, however, is fairly average compared to the national level of $73,345.