Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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Silverdale, Washington

       
Total population 16,280 Average January/July temperatures 39.5° / 61.8°
Median home price $ 290,000 Annual Precipitation 63.59 in. /yr.

Silverdale, Washington

This Kitsap County city sits northwest of Seattle.

Climate
Silverdale has mild summer temperatures and more rain in December than in any other month.
Cultural Attractions
The Kitsap County Historical Society's museum displays many exhibits that include pioneer implements, furniture, clothing, toys, and Indian artifacts.
Economy
Silverdale’s economy relies on agriculture and the naval shipyard in nearby Bremerton.
Historical
The timber industry was prominent here in the mid-19th century.
Recreation
 Illahee State Park covers 75 acres and offers camping, boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 45.86 ° / 33.15 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 74.02 ° / 49.6 °
Precipitation (?) 63.59 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) N/A
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 0
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 104
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 290,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $56542.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $48049
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 8.6 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .100 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 9
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 6
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 11
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 63
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 10
Number of libraries within the county (?) 11
Number of museums within the county (?) 11
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 1
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 16,280
Population density (?) 2,345 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 80.5% growth
Population over 55 (?) 3,189 people
Education (?) 34 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 6
Number of clinics within the county (?) 51
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 341
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