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Washington Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Washington has a total population of 7,740,984, with a median household income of $94,952, which is 21% higher the national average. The poverty rate is 9.9%.

Washington Quick Facts

Population 7,740,984
Median Household Income $94,952
Median Home Value $519,800
Poverty Rate 9.9%
Unemployment Rate 5.0%
Median Age 38.2 years
Homeownership Rate 63.9%
Affordability Ratio 5.5x
Bachelor's Degree+ 38.8%
High School Graduation 92.2%
Counties 39
Cities/Places 631
Population 7,740,984
Median Income $94,952 21% higher national
Poverty Rate 9.9%
Unemployment 5.0%

Economy & Housing

Employment

5.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%
64.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.9%
Renter 36.1%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

55out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Largest Cities in Washington

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Seattle city741,440$121,9849.9%
2Spokane city229,228$65,74514.6%
3Tacoma city220,482$83,85712.0%
4Vancouver city192,696$78,15611.1%
5Bellevue city151,199$161,3007.3%
6Kent city135,015$90,41610.6%
7Everett city111,083$81,50212.1%
8Spokane Valley city105,460$70,72212.9%
9Renton city105,279$96,6267.8%
10Federal Way city99,232$82,14412.7%

Richest Cities in Washington

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Clyde Hill city$250,001$2,000,00177.7%
2Yarrow Point town$250,001$2,000,00187.6%
3Medina city$249,688$2,000,00188.2%
4Sammamish city$227,273$1,240,30077.0%
5Mercer Island city$202,359$1,884,20078.8%
6Snoqualmie city$197,531$919,30067.1%
7Cottage Lake CDP$197,331$1,164,00067.7%
8Woodway city$196,500$1,741,10072.5%
9Lake Marcel-Stillwater CDP$195,063$690,80055.9%
10Bothell East CDP$189,519$1,047,30066.9%

Most Affordable Cities in Washington

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Cascade Valley CDP2.1x$101,100$48,862
2Granger city2.8x$149,600$53,287
3Neah Bay CDP2.8x$160,000$56,974
4Palouse city2.8x$261,000$92,875
5Crocker CDP2.8x$296,400$104,049
6George city3.0x$167,000$55,781
7Bridgeport city3.1x$162,500$52,917
8Asotin city3.1x$275,400$88,750
9Ritzville city3.1x$197,500$63,277
10Dayton city3.1x$223,900$71,687

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All Counties in Washington (39)

39 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
King County2,262,713$122,1488.4%$811,200
Pierce County924,106$96,6328.9%$484,400
Snohomish County834,648$107,9827.9%$644,600
Spokane County544,323$73,51312.3%$370,500
Clark County510,516$94,9488.4%$487,900
Thurston County296,640$93,9859.7%$451,500
Kitsap County276,581$98,5468.3%$505,700
Yakima County256,605$68,01515.4%$281,100
Whatcom County228,432$80,98912.7%$536,100
Benton County210,224$87,31611.1%$369,400
Skagit County130,407$85,47411.6%$486,200
Cowlitz County111,539$72,93213.0%$367,400
Grant County100,428$71,11515.0%$275,700
Franklin County97,676$82,75513.0%$345,700
Island County86,747$88,3587.0%$535,300
Lewis County83,925$69,69013.0%$341,500
Chelan County79,518$78,3069.0%$454,900
Clallam County77,593$67,99910.8%$385,600
Grays Harbor County76,397$63,53914.1%$279,500
Mason County66,968$78,35912.6%$377,400
Walla Walla County62,102$72,21211.7%$375,600
Stevens County47,470$67,40512.9%$308,000
Whitman County47,042$52,89323.7%$323,300
Kittitas County44,736$69,92814.3%$459,900
Douglas County43,733$80,3747.9%$402,900
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All Cities & Places in Washington (631)

631 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Seattle city741,440$121,9849.9%$912,100
Spokane city229,228$65,74514.6%$326,200
Tacoma city220,482$83,85712.0%$454,600
Vancouver city192,696$78,15611.1%$440,300
Bellevue city151,199$161,3007.3%$1,203,100
Kent city135,015$90,41610.6%$537,500
Everett city111,083$81,50212.1%$532,300
Spokane Valley city105,460$70,72212.9%$344,300
Renton city105,279$96,6267.8%$631,400
Federal Way city99,232$82,14412.7%$499,600
Yakima city96,810$59,22817.0%$273,400
Bellingham city92,367$65,82118.3%$577,400
Kirkland city91,614$143,5336.0%$1,022,500
Auburn city85,455$95,3677.6%$510,400
Kennewick city84,389$72,86713.9%$343,600
Pasco city78,446$81,13012.6%$344,700
Redmond city75,721$162,0995.8%$1,091,700
Marysville city71,570$100,3627.4%$521,500
South Hill CDP68,161$109,2356.9%$493,800
Sammamish city66,375$227,2734.4%$1,240,300
Lakewood city63,034$70,52413.6%$420,500
Richland city61,912$92,5509.3%$401,800
Shoreline city59,280$113,3368.4%$759,400
Lacey city57,088$87,27711.0%$427,900
Olympia city55,583$76,93014.8%$457,900
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Population Overview

Washington has a total population of 7,740,984, making it a mid-sized state in the nation. The median age is 38.2 years, 1% lower the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Washington is 38.2 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Washington is $94,952. This is 21% higher than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $519,800. Housing costs are 71% higher than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.5x. 63.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Washington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.1%. The Black or African American population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (9.3% vs 5.8%).

Education

38.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.2%. Notably, 15.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Washington?

Washington has a total population of 7,740,984 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Washington?

The median household income in Washington is $94,952, which is 21% higher the national median of $78,538.

How many cities are in Washington?

Washington has 631 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 39 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Washington?

The poverty rate in Washington is 9.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Washington?

The largest city in Washington is Seattle city with a population of 741,440.