Printed copies of the AGR are available for $45 (includes tax plus shipping and handling, without shipping and handling: $40)
  King County Licensing,
  Room 403 of the Administration Building
  500 4th Avenue
  Seattle, Washington 98104
  ATTN: AGR

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Purpose The 2001 Annual Growth Report (AGR) provides population and land development data for King County, its cities, and its unincorporated areas. The AGR, produced since 1983, has become one of King County's most widely used documents, presenting frequently requested information in an easily used format. The AGR contains growth trend data and maps of the past year's development with illustrative graphs and text. The Annual Growth Report has two purposes. The first is to present a standard set of data on growth in King County. Staff of the County's Office of Regional Policy and Planning collect extensive current information that can answer questions about where, when, and how much growth is occurring in King County. The second purpose of the Annual Growth Report is to provide a foundation for evaluating King County land use and development policies. This purpose is enhanced again this year by the simultaneous publication of the 2000 Benchmark Report. The data presented in these two documents will assist in monitoring the effectiveness of County and City policies and plans, including the Countywide Planning Policies and the King County Comprehensive Plan, adopted to comply with the State Growth Management Act. New in the AGR in 2001 This year's report continues to document recent annexations and incorporations which are shifting population growth and development activity out of the jurisdiction of unincorporated King County, and into cities. In recognition of that trend, the past several years' AGRs have shifted their focus from unincorporated areas to the cities. Population counts and household sizes taken from the 2000 Census for cities and unincorporated areas. New table with Washington State's Office of Financial Management 2001 Population estimates 2000 Census breakdown by race for each city table. Chapter I includes an "About King County" sidebar that provides a general introduction to King County, its economy and jurisdictions. Chapter II, Benchmarks, has a new section outlining "What We Are Doing" to improve King County's quality of life. A completely new Chapter called "Special Districts" (Chapter VIII) containing King County Council Districts and School District population and residential building permit activity New maps of King County Council Districts and School Districts More tables and maps in color The 2000 Census income and housing data will be published in the 2002 report. The AGR and the Benchmark Report: Companion Documents While the Annual Growth Report focuses on providing a broad range of growth-related data, the Benchmark Report is organized into 45 specific indicators which are intended to measure progress in achieving the goals of the 1994 Countywide Planning Policies (CPPs) and the King County Comprehensive Plan. The system for the Benchmark Report was established by defining the desired outcomes of the CPPs, selecting relevant indicators for each outcome, and identifying quantifiable levels of achievement, or targets when appropriate. The Benchmark Report includes measurement and analysis of trends in: Economic Development - real wages per worker; median household income; new businesses and new jobs created; and educational levels attained. Environmental Issues - air and water quality; noise abatement; protection of ecosystems and species diversity; restoration of salmon stocks; and improvement in waste management. Affordable Housing - supply and demand for affordable housing; home purchase and rental affordability; and monetary commitments to affordable housing by local jurisdictions. Land Use Policy - apportionment of new housing units and jobs among urban centers, urban growth areas, and rural resource areas; progress of local jurisdictions in meeting housing targets; and preservation of forest, farmland, and open space. Transportation - Quantity and type of vehicle trips, modes of commuting, levels of congestion on current roadways, and local road repair requirements. By publishing these two documents at the same time, the more specific trend analysis provided in the Benchmark Report will complement and extend the more general demographic, housing and economic data presented in the Annual Growth Report; and the AGR will provide the comprehensive framework for the Benchmark indicators. While there is some overlap in data presented, there is a great deal that is unique to each report. Although the purpose of the two reports is different, every effort has been made to assure consistency in the data presented. In cases where there appears to be inconsistencies in data, it may be that a different measure or source is being used – e.g. median home price (reported in Benchmark Report vs. Average Home Price reported in AGR). Used together, these reports provide a comprehensive picture of current growth conditions in King County.

Quick Find >>Table of Contents (23 KB Acrobat file) >>Introduction to the Annual Growth Report >>Highlights Observations about King County growth >>Benchmark Indicators A discussion of major trends and key data points >>Statistical Profile of King County >>King County in the Puget Sound Region Data tables within a regional context >>King County at Large 1990 Census updates >>King County's Cities City-by-city data >>Cities Statistical Profiles For each of the County's 39 cities >>Unincorporated Areas and Statistical Profiles For each of the County's 12 unincorporated communities >>Special Districts >>Maps >>Credits >>Questions

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Table of Contents  (23 KB Acrobat file)

Introduction to the 2001 Annual Growth Report  (15 KB Acrobat file)

I. Highlights - 2001 Annual Growth Report  (85 KB Acrobat file)
A brief summary text of observations about King County growth, and conclusions from the Benchmark indicators.

• 2000 into 2001: a year of profound economic changes
• King County Population Exceeds 1.7 million
  • Washington Sate
  • King County
  • Demographic Changes
• Incomes rise rapidly - for some King County residents
• Growth of jobs and population in King County and adjoining counties
• Growth in most areas of King County is outpacing Growth Targets
• Rate of residential construction remains stable
• Residential growth focuses in cities and three unincorporated areas
• Housing prices continue to rise
• City of Sammamish caps a decade of incorporations
• Benchmark Indicators

  Definitions  (17 KB Acrobat file)