Washington
State in United States
Washington has a land area of 66,437.5 square miles and a water area of 4,844.2 square miles. It is the 20th largest state by area. Washington is bordered by Idaho and Oregon.
Population and People
Total Population
7,738,692Data from Census BureauAverage Age
38.2 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
1,251,640Data from Census BureauVeterans
8.2%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$118,602Data from Census BureauPoverty
16.2%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
6,186,449Data from Census BureauUnemployed
3.8%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
3,022,255Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,484Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
53.7%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
46.3%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$485,700Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
1,088,354Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
1,933,901Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
13.1%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Washington is located in Philadelphia Regional Office. Within Washington there are . Throughout Washington there are 33 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: WASHINGTON
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact our Seattle Regional Office.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY:Â (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
- Follow HUD Washington on Twitter at HUDNorthwest
- Follow HUD Washington on Facebook at HUDNorthwest
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: WASHINGTON
Philadelphia Regional Office
100 Penn Square East,
Philadelphia PA, 19107
Regional Office
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TANF OFFICE HUD: WASHINGTON
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: WASHINGTON
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: WASHINGTON
RENTAL HELP: WASHINGTON
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Other Affordable Housing Resources
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- Questions? Email us
or call (800) 955-2232
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need Advice About Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Renter?
HOMEOWNERSHIP: WASHINGTON
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
- Homebuyer Education classes
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- Foreclosed Homes for Sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
- Mortgage options
- Shop Before you Buy – Find an interest rate that suits your wallet, your situation and your community with the Consumer Financial Protection Board’s Interest Rate Checker
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in Washington
Age and Sex
38.2 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Washington
Age and Sex
38.2 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Washington
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Washington
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Washington
Older Population
38.2 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Washington
Older Population
38.2 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Washington
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Washington
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Washington
Veterans
8.20 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Washington
Veterans
8.20 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Washington
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Washington
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Washington
Median Household Income
$84,247 +/- $844
Median Household Income in Washington
Median Household Income
$84,247 +/- $844
Median Household Income in Washington
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Washington
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Washington
Poverty
9.90 +/- 0.3
Poverty in Washington
Poverty
9.90 +/- 0.3
Poverty in Washington
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Washington
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Washington
Educational Attainment
39.00 +/- 0.4
Educational Attainment in Washington
Educational Attainment
39.00 +/- 0.4
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Washington
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Washington
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Washington
Employment rate
59.10% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Washington
Employment rate
59.10% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Washington
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: WASHINGTON
HUD Highlights Region X Newsletter Want to keep up with changes at HUD? Want to know when grant funds are available, or new policies are implemented? Then this is the newsletter for you! Once per month you’ll get a brief yet informative email from our Regional Office highlighting important happenings at HUD, both in the Northwest and throughout the country.
HUDWATCH The HUDWATCH Listserv provides timely HUD-related information to HUD partners, stakeholders and grantees as well as other interested persons such as local elected officials and regional and statewide housing, community and economic development partners in from HUD’s Deputy Regional Administrator in Seattle. The information provided approximately two to three times a week will include HUD and other funding opportunities, events and conferences, new initiatives and innovations from HUD and its housing, community and economic development partners across Washington State.
Northwest Office of Native American Programs News Want to know more about HUD’s Native American Programs in the Northwest? Subscribe to this list for news, program updates, training opportunities and more.
Washington Multifamily Owners and Management Agents This mailing list will distribute guidance and information to owners and management agents in Washington.
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023