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

12,353

Population
Growth Rate

1.90%

Median Age

45

Diversity Index

50.700

Housing & Income

Households

5,035

Total Housing Units

5,256


Owner Occupied

3,543

Renter Occupied

1,492

Vacant

221

Median Home Value

$493,133


Average Home Value

$563,188

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.54%

Income Projection

Median Household

$87,390 $104,691


Average Household

$125,821 $150,029


Per Capita

$51,341 $61,085

Workforce

Total Businesses

788

Total Employed

7,875

Workers 16+

5,600

2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

130

Employed

1,613

2023 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

103

Employed

1,051

2023 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

28

Employed

945

2023 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

80

Employed

917

2023 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

76

Employed

818

2023 Other Service excl Pub Admin

cp-industries

Businesses

96

Employed

759

Some
High School

233

Graduated
High School

1,505

Associates
Degree

635

Bachelor's
Degree

2,596

Graduate
Degree

1,522

Average Commute Time

0 min.



Resident Commuters

4,912

Non-Resident Commuters

679

Drive Alone

3,800

Carpooled

674

Public

318

Work At Home

664