Poulsbo

Poulsbo Main Photo

Poulsbo

Located on beautiful Liberty Bay and known as “Little Norway on the Fjord”, this enchanting Norwegian heritage town (population 11,180), has blossomed into a visitor destination filled with recreation, shopping, and dining opportunities. With its stunning water and mountain views Poulsbo is as rich in natural beauty as it is in authentic Scandinavian charm. Poulsbo’s historic downtown captivates visitors with its wonderful old murals, world famous bakeries, art galleries, boutiques and restaurants and beautiful waterfront park and boardwalk along Liberty Bay. Poulsbo celebrates it's Nordic heritage with the annual Viking Fest, Jule Fest and Tree Lighting celebrations. Poulsbo also hosts an annual Arts Festival, and 3rd of July Celebration over Liberty Bay.

Christmas window display in Poulsbo

Poulsbo’s charm, and natural beauty appeal to many visitors who, tempted by the good schools, distinct neighborhoods, and sense of community, soon become residents. Poulsbo’s leaders are progressive and forward-looking and are conscientiously working to balance the needs of a growing 21st century city while maintaining the Scandinavian heritage that has earned Poulsbo the nickname “Little Norway”.

Population

Total Population

12,403

Population
Growth Rate

1.91%

Median Age

44

Diversity Index

51.400

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Housing & Income

Households

5,042

Total Housing Units

5,299


Owner Occupied

3,476

Renter Occupied

1,566

Vacant

257

Median Home Value

$622,699


Average Home Value

$675,194

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.34%

Income Projection

Median Household

$97,958 $110,323


Average Household

$126,025 $149,779


Per Capita

$51,291 $60,456

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Workforce

Total Businesses

838

Total Employed

8,450

Workers 16+

5,460

2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

158

Employed

1,705

2024 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

107

Employed

1,065

2024 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

86

Employed

933

2024 Prof / Scientific / Tech Service

cp-industries

Businesses

85

Employed

887

2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

81

Employed

832

2024 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

28

Employed

772

Some
High School

250

Graduated
High School

1,526

Associates
Degree

843

Bachelor's
Degree

2,699

Graduate
Degree

1,668

Average Commute Time

27 min.



Resident Commuters

4,742

Non-Resident Commuters

718

Drive Alone

3,319

Carpooled

701

Public

341

Work At Home

955

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18