Top Washington markets by PropertyIQ Score
Top metros
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Port Townsend, WA | 58 | F |
| 2 | Bremerton, WA | 56 | F |
| 3 | Bellingham, WA | 43 | F |
| 4 | Mount Vernon, WA | 42 | F |
| 5 | Yakima, WA | 40 | F |
| 6 | Oak Harbor, WA | 39 | F |
| 7 | Spokane, WA | 35 | F |
| 8 | Lewiston, ID | 34 | F |
| 9 | Wenatchee, WA | 34 | F |
| 10 | Moses Lake, WA | 34 | F |
Top counties
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garfield County, WA | 97 | A+ |
| 2 | Ferry County, WA | 69 | D+ |
| 3 | Wahkiakum County, WA | 64 | D |
| 4 | Pend Oreille County, WA | 55 | F |
| 5 | Okanogan County, WA | 54 | F |
| 6 | San Juan County, WA | 50 | F |
| 7 | Stevens County, WA | 49 | F |
| 8 | Kitsap County, WA | 47 | F |
| 9 | Columbia County, WA | 43 | F |
| 10 | Jefferson County, WA | 41 | F |
Washington Real Estate Market
AI-powered housing market analysis for every metro area and county in Washington. Updated monthly with the latest data from Zillow, Redfin, Census, and FRED.
Washington Metro Areas
21 metropolitan areas tracked by PropertyIQ in Washington
+9 more metro areas in Washington tracked by PropertyIQ
Washington Counties
39 counties tracked by PropertyIQ in Washington
+27 more counties in Washington tracked by PropertyIQ
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Washington Real Estate Market Analysis
Washington's real estate market spans a wide range of economic conditions, demographics, and price points. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for the most affordable Washington metros or an investor weighing relative market strength, the PropertyIQ Score gives you a single data-first read — built from Zillow price momentum and Realtor.com market-flow signals, updated monthly — of how each market compares to its state.
Washington State's housing market is heavily influenced by Seattle's technology economy — Microsoft, Amazon, Boeing, and their supplier ecosystems drive among the nation's highest concentration of six-figure employment. Tacoma and Olympia absorb overflow demand from Seattle-priced-out buyers. The state's lack of income tax (partially offset by a higher sales tax) is a persistent draw for California and Oregon relocators. PropertyIQ tracks hiring cycle sensitivity in Amazon and Microsoft that creates identifiable lead indicators for Seattle housing demand.
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Washington Metro Areas and ZIP Codes
Washington Counties and ZIP Codes
Last updated: 2026-07-16. Data from Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, U.S. Census Bureau, FRED, BLS, and BEA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many housing markets does PropertyIQ track in Washington?
PropertyIQ currently tracks 21 metro areas and 39 counties in Washington, each with its own PropertyIQ Score, home value trend, and days on market reading, refreshed monthly.
What does a PropertyIQ Score of 50 mean for a Washington market?
A score of 50 marks Washington's own state average demand momentum. PropertyIQ computes scores nationally across every US market, then calibrates the scale so a Washington market is read against Washington's own typical momentum rather than the national average. A market scoring above 50 is positioned to outperform the Washington average over the next three years, while one below 50 is positioned to lag it.
Where can I find ZIP code level housing data for Washington?
Every metro area and county listed on this page links through to its own ZIP codes, and each ZIP has its own market page with home value, rent, and days on market data. Start from a Washington metro or county below, then drill into ZIP codes for the most localized data available.
What data sources does PropertyIQ use for Washington market data, and how often is it updated?
PropertyIQ ingests fresh data every month from Zillow home values, Realtor.com days on market and price cut activity, Redfin, the US Census Bureau, FRED, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Every metro, county, and ZIP page for Washington shows a last updated date, and PropertyIQ Scores are recomputed monthly once that new source data lands.
Which Washington metro area has the strongest housing demand right now?
As of the latest monthly refresh, Port Townsend, WA has the highest PropertyIQ Score among Washington metro areas, indicating the strongest demand momentum in the state relative to its own history. Rankings shift month to month as new home value, days on market, and price cut data arrives, so check back after each monthly update.