The Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard metropolitan area is the most difficult place in Washington for a new enterprise to survive its first five years, according to a recent economic analysis.
As communities attempt to navigate shifting consumer habits and increased overhead, the Bremerton region is facing particular difficulties.
Contrasting With the Rest of Washington The struggles of the Bremerton region stand in sharp contrast to the success found in other parts of Washington.
However, he also emphasized that neither a massive population base nor a tight-knit community offers an automatic shortcut to commercial success.
These heightened expenses create a steep hill to climb for any new establishment attempting to balance its books while establishing a loyal customer base.
A new economic analysis places the Kitsap County region at the bottom of the state for five-year business survival, raising questions about local commercial viability.