Mercer Island, WA - Aerial view of neighborhood and surrounding area
Comprehensive Data Report

Mercer Island, WA

ZIP Code 98040

King County

Population
25,464
Median Income
$190,985
Home Value
$1,683,600
Livability
66/100
Total Population
25,464
Median Household Income
$190,985
Median Home Value
$1,683,600
Median Rent
$2,315

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 77/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
25,464 residents
Median Age
45.3 years
Safety Score
77/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
66
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
30/100
Safety
77/100
Education
43/100
Employment
90/100
Housing
64/100
Weather
63/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Mercer Island, WA 98040

Coordinates: 47.5603°, -122.2281°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
204
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
355
Above avg
Transportation
125
Above avg
Healthcare
113
Above avg
Groceries
138
Above avg
Utilities
120
Above avg
Overall
204
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
16,042
Employment Rate
88.0%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
18%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
16.9%
Retail Trade
14.9%
Professional Services
12.4%
Manufacturing
10.9%
Education
7.6%
Total Employed
14,116
Total Unemployed
1,926
Unemployment Rate
12.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
45.3 years
Per Capita Income
$113,575
Poverty Rate
5.2%