By Vince Sanders
Updated: Sep 16, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
Editor
Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
98 movers in Poulsbo
"O'Neill was my mid range quote for my move from Oregon to Arizona. The driver was outstanding, and went beyond the call of duty; however, I ended up with smashed antique dishes, a dented instant pot, broken pots, a concrete buddha broken in half (..."
"We have used moving companies 5 times in the past 25 years with no problems. I was expecting this from Lile. No supervision on packing. Items left behind. ( Glad it wasn’t cross country) Packed clothes flat when I asked for wardrobe containers. Br..."
"Original price quote was $1,674 for a one bedroom apartment with 286 cu ft. Price actually charged at time of pick up on June 30th was $1,675 based on 300 cu. ft. $150 in parking materials (even though it says they are free on the form), for a t..."
"I had a wonderful experience with Miracle Man Movers. They were fast, professional and considerate. I highly recommend this moving company and reasonable with their rate."
What to know when moving to Poulsbo, WA
Poulsbo at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and only 23.4% are renters.
- The Major Draw:
- Median household income is $109,416, which supports a higher standard of living.
- The Reality Check:
- Median gross rent is $1,757, which may be steep for some budgets.
- Commute:
- Only 4.5% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Prepare for about 142 rainy days a year, so invest in a good umbrella.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,757, while the median owner-occupied home value is $587,000.
- 44.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree, indicating a highly educated community.
- The poverty rate stands at 6.3%, reflecting a relatively stable economic environment.
- Only 23.4% of the population are renters, suggesting a strong owner-occupied market.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Washington state, crime rates have shown a positive trend over the past few years, with significant reductions.
- Violent crime: 282.2 per 100,000, which is 13.2% lower than the national rate of 325.3.
- Property crime: 1,940.4 per 100,000, which is 25.4% higher than the national average of 1,546.9.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate decreased by 46.1% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Washington).
Weather & Getting Outside
Kitsap County experiences approximately 43.9 inches of rainfall annually, contributing to about 142 rainy days each year.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Lions Park - 4.6 stars (1,535 reviews)
- Liberty Bay Waterfront Park - 4.7 stars (1,329 reviews)
- Sunset Hill Park - 4.8 stars (1,044 reviews)
- Kitsap Memorial State Park - 4.5 stars (1,024 reviews)
- Battle Point Park - 4.7 stars (854 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.