Father and son, enjoying mountain view in olympic national park, washington state, usa,
This report is part of the State of Family Project spearheaded by the esteemed Marriage and Family Review (MFR) journal. The project aims to provide comprehensive and insightful reports on key aspects of family life, drawing upon the latest research and expertise.
This particular report has undergone a rigorous internal review process through the Center for the Scientific Study of Families. While adhering to high academic standards, this pathway allowed for expedited publication to ensure the timely dissemination of critical information. MFR is proud to publish this valuable report and contribute to a broader understanding of family dynamics.
For those seeking a traditionally peer-reviewed publication, MFR encourages the submission of future work from this research endeavor. We recognize the essential role of peer review in scholarly discourse and remain committed to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research on families.
To learn more about this report, please access the abstract and full article through the following link: https://doi.org/10.1080/01494929.2024.2313135
We appreciate your interest in the State of Family Project and hope this report contributes to meaningful conversations and impactful research on families.
Abstract
This report provides a brief overview of family statistics, including the number of families and households, family composition, ethnic and racial diversity, marriage and divorce rates, family income, employment rates, and education levels for the state of Washington in the USA. Key findings of the report provided a snapshot of the challenges facing Washingtonian families, such as economic insecurity, lack of affordable housing, inadequate access to healthcare, and disparities in educational opportunities. Despite these challenges, there are programmatic opportunities that the state offers to navigate the challenges, which was also detailed in this brief report.
