Capitol Hill is one of Seattle’s most iconic and vibrant neighborhoods. Located just east of Downtown Seattle, it’s known for its rich history, diverse community, and walkable, urban lifestyle. Here, historic homes and modern apartments line tree-shaded streets, offering a unique blend of old-world charm and contemporary living.
Capitol Hill is a hub for culture, nightlife, and local businesses. Broadway and the Pike/Pine corridor are packed with coffee shops, bars, live music venues, independent bookstores, and some of the city’s best restaurants. The 15th Avenue retail district offers a more laid-back, residential feel with markets, boutiques, and cozy cafés.
This neighborhood is also the heart of Seattle’s LGBTQ+ community—celebrated, inclusive, and full of pride year-round. Cal Anderson Park brings people together for events, picnics, and recreation, while nearby Volunteer Park features a conservatory, amphitheater, and scenic views of the Seattle skyline and mountains.
With easy access to the Capitol Hill Light Rail Station, residents enjoy fast connections to Downtown, the University of Washington, and Sea-Tac Airport. Whether you’re moving to Seattle or looking for a lively, walkable place to live, Capitol Hill stands out as one of the best neighborhoods in the city.
38,531 people live in Capitol Hill, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $79,382. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Capitol Hill, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including MTN Gear, Optimum Physical Fitness, and Northwest Strong.
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| Active | 3.02 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.36 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.74 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.57 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.7 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.25 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.93 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.15 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.58 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.25 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.95 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.8 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.14 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.89 miles | 48 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Capitol Hill has 24,087 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Capitol Hill do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 38,531 people call Capitol Hill home. The population density is 38,420.759 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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