Archdiocese · Washington

Archdiocese of Seattle

The Archdiocese of Seattle is a Catholic archdiocese in Washington, made up of 136 parishes served by 266 priests, and home to about 889,600 Catholics (2023). It was established on 31 May 1850.

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Archdiocese of Seattle — Catholic diocese in Washington

Archdiocese of Seattle by the numbers

Most recent reported statistics (2023). Source: catholic-hierarchy.org.

Catholics
889,600
Total population
6,053,656
Percent Catholic
14.7%
Parishes
136
Total priests
266
Diocesan priests
187
Religious priests
79
Permanent deacons
114
Area
24,823 sq mi

Parishes in the Archdiocese of Seattle

164 parishes on Catholic Connect.

About the Archdiocese of Seattle

The Archdiocese of Seattle comprises the Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries of its territory in Washington, under the pastoral care of its bishop. Its 136 parishes are where the life of the diocese happens — Sunday Mass, the sacraments, faith formation, and service to the community.

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