Gorst, Washington
Quick Statistics
Gorst is a community in Kitsap County, Washington, home to about 550 people spread across 0.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $29,375 a year, and a typical home is worth about $428,700. About 33.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 7 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, Gorst ranks number 465 of 628 in population, number 317 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Gorst typically top out near 77°F in July, while January nights average about 36°F. The area sees roughly 3 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Bremerton, WA | 1.2 mi. | 44,830 |
| 2. | Navy Yard City, WA | 2.8 mi. | 2,672 |
| 3. | Port Orchard, WA | 3.5 mi. | 17,149 |
| 4. | East Port Orchard, WA | 4.0 mi. | 4,725 |
| 5. | Parkwood, WA | 4.7 mi. | 6,873 |
| 6. | Bethel, WA | 4.8 mi. | 4,394 |
| 7. | Erlands Point-Kitsap Lake, WA | 5.0 mi. | 2,935 |
| 8. | Rocky Point, WA | 5.1 mi. | 1,716 |
What is the population of Gorst, Washington?
Gorst has a population of about 550 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Gorst, Washington in?
Gorst is located in Kitsap County, Washington.
What is the median home value in Gorst, Washington?
The median home value in Gorst is about $428,700, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Gorst, Washington?
The median personal income in Gorst is about $29,375 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Gorst, Washington?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Kitsap County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Gorst, Washington?
Typical July highs run about 77 degrees and January lows about 36 degrees, with around 3 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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