Bainbridge Island

The island enjoys a wonderful combination of farms, wineries, hiking trails, scenic vistas, and local arts.

Welcome to Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge Island is a sophisticated suburban and rural community located just a half-hour ferry ride from downtown Seattle. This vibrant, diverse community, is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. The island enjoys a wonderful combination of farms, wineries, hiking trails, scenic vistas, and local arts. The town center, known as Winslow, offers great shops, galleries, and restaurants. Islanders value the sense of country living and quick access to Seattle's business and cultural resources. Island residents are typically committed to preserving the sense of community and green spaces - agricultural land, forests, parks, and trails. The island features stately firs and cedars, scenic bays dotted with small boats, and views of the snow-capped Olympic Mountains to the west and majestic Mount Rainier to the east. Bainbridge Island is about the size of Manhattan Island- taking up 17,778 acres- while holding just a fraction of the number of residents with its approximately 23,000. The island is 10 miles from the northern to southern tips and 4 miles from east to west.  Bainbridge has everything from condos and townhomes to suburban-feeling cul-de-sac neighborhoods as well as stunning waterfront homes. The island also offers homes on acreage, some half an acre and some as large as ten or more acres.  Often referred to as the Nantucket of the Pacific Northwest, the island offers some of the best schools in the state and has received numerous national awards as one of the country’s best places to live.

Overview for Bainbridge Island, WA

24,557 people live in Bainbridge Island, where the median age is 49.2 and the average individual income is $78,542. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

24,557

Total Population

49.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$78,542

Average individual Income

Around Bainbridge Island, WA

There's plenty to do around Bainbridge Island, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
47
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
24
Minimal Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Unlikely Spaniard, Heyday Market, and Tour Bainbridge.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 1.32 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.74 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.82 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Nightlife 1.52 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.43 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 1.85 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Bainbridge Island, WA

Bainbridge Island has 9,824 households, with an average household size of 2.48. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Bainbridge Island do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 24,557 people call Bainbridge Island home. The population density is 889.29 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

24,557

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49.2

Median Age

47.8 / 52.2%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
9,824

Total Households

2.48

Average Household Size

$78,542

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Bainbridge Island, WA

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The following schools are within or nearby Bainbridge Island. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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