2025/06/18 Council Agenda Packet

EVERETT 2044 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 6/17/2025 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT Page 63 Who works in Everett The City of Everett has a young, diverse, and active workforce, which makes it a great place for businesses to grow. Nearly half of the population is in their prime working years (18-49), providing a strong pool of potential employees who are ready to develop their skills. Additionally, with 42.3% of the population identifying as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC), businesses can build diverse teams and connect with a broad customer base, fostering innovation and inclusivity. With a median household income of $81,502—which is substantially lower than the county median— there is an opportunity for potential expansion of workforce training and career pathway programs to help residents secure higher-paying jobs. Education Everett’s workforce includes a significant number of middle-skilled workers (those with some college or associates degree), making it well-suited for technical, trade, and mid-level jobs. However, with 37% of residents having only a high school diploma or less, education and training programs are essential for improving job and career opportunities for this population. Investing in skills development and aligning workforce training with employer needs will strengthen Everett’s economy and create economic mobility for all residents. Population Age 25+ and their Education Attainment in the City of Everett Source: 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Employment by sector Everett is home to a diverse job market, with 94,770 jobs in 2022. The manufacturing industry still dominates, but between 2012 to 2022, this industry shed nearly 7,000 jobs. Meanwhile, the health care and social assistance industry has grown more than 47% to become the city’s second largest employment sector, reflecting growing demand for medical services. While retail trade has seen slight