Asian American and Pacific Islander Facts
In Washington State, there are over 674,573 Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI). It is expected that in twenty years, the community will make up 10 percent of the total state population and there will be 33.4 million Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in our nation by 2050. Over 47 distinct Asian and Pacific Islander communities exist representing various cultures and immigration patterns.
Today Washington State ranks in the top ten states with the most Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, claiming 5th place. Nearly 88 percent of the population lives in the greater Puget Sound area.
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Snapshot of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Washington State
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General Facts
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Selected Dates and Events of Asian Pacific American History
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Elected Officials in Washington State
Policy Briefing Papers
We are pleased to release policy briefing papers that examine issues facing the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
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The State of Asian American/Pacific Islander Small Business in Washington
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The Impact of Asian American and Pacific Islander Graduation Rates on Our Economy
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Cost of Asian American & Pacific Islander Uninsured Workers in Washington
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The Achievement Gap for Asian American and Pacific Islander Students
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Expanding Opportunities in Economic Development for Asian American and Pacific Islander Businesses
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The Costs of Impoverished Asian American & Pacific Islanders
The State of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Washington
The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs is pleased to release The State of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Washington, the first comprehensive report examining issues facing the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. This report looks at several areas: The history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Washington, education, healthcare and human services, the criminal justice system, economic opportunities, housing, immigration, and political participation. This report is the result of a collaboration between the Fred T. Korematsu Center for Law and Equality at the Seattle University School of Law, attorneys from Perkins Coie, fellows, and the Commission. The Center donated to the printing of over 1,000 copies of the report which will be provided to the Governor, members of the Legislature, state agency directors, and the AAPI community. |
To view the report, click here |
Informational Brochure
In 2011, the Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs updated its brochure to include Census 2010 data. The brochure is translated into several Asian languages. More languages to come in the future. |
