St. Patrick's Day In Washington: Celebrating Irish Roots And Culture

Did you know that nearly 1 in 10 Washington residents claim Irish ancestry? I myself have said I'm part Irish because growing up my mom always said I was Irish and English. But, do I really know much about my Irish heritage? Absolutely not.

Irish or not, let's celebrate the Holiday!

Happy Saint Patrick's Day! It’s the perfect time to explore just how Irish the Evergreen State really is.

According to a recent analysis by CanadaSportsBetting.ca, Washington ranks #43 among the most Irish states and provinces in North America, earning an "Irish Score" of 37.4 out of 100.

When it comes to counties, King County takes the top spot as the most Irish in Washington, with over 57,047 residents proudly claiming Irish roots.

Pierce County follows closely behind with 28,912 Irish descendants, while Snohomish County rounds out the top three with 24,374.

Other counties like Spokane, Clark, and Thurston also make the list, showcasing the widespread Irish influence across the state.

Here’s a quick look at the top 10 most Irish counties in Washington:

King County – 57,047
Pierce County – 28,912
Snohomish County – 24,374
Spokane County – 22,802
Clark County – 16,845
Thurston County – 11,110
Kitsap County – 10,991
Whatcom County – 7,714
Benton County – 6,371
Yakima County – 4,718

Whether celebrating with a pint of Guinness or enjoying corned beef and cabbage, St. Patrick’s Day is a great time to honor Washington’s Irish heritage. Sláinte! Send me an app chat and let me know how you plan to celebrate St. Patrick's Day today!