Bainbridge Island, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bainbridge Island, Washington Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bainbridge Island, Washington had a total population of 24,631, the 53rd largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $172,188, which is 75% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 75% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Washington.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.5% — among the lowest in Washington.
76.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Washington.

Bainbridge Island Quick Facts

Population 24,631

Median Household Income $172,188

Median Home Value $1,155,900

Poverty Rate 3.5%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 49.0 years

Homeownership Rate 81.4%

Affordability Ratio 6.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 76.4%

High School Graduation Rate 99.3%

Diversity Index 32/100

Population 24,631 53rd of 628

Median Income $172,188 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.5% 72% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,155,900 top 10%

How Bainbridge Island Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	24,607	24,631	+0.1%
Median household income	$159,882	$172,188	+7.7%
Median home value	$1,076,200	$1,155,900	+7.4%

How Bainbridge Island Compares

Median Household Income

Bainbridge Island

$172,188

$98,141

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Bainbridge Island

$1,155,900

$564,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.2%

$25K-$50K 5.4%

$50K-$100K 15.6%

$100K+ 73.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.8%

$10K-$15K

1.4%

$15K-$20K

1.3%

$20K-$25K

0.8%

$25K-$30K

0.7%

$30K-$35K

1.6%

$35K-$40K

1.5%

$40K-$45K

0.6%

$45K-$50K

1.0%

$50K-$60K

4.7%

$60K-$75K

3.3%

$75K-$100K

7.6%

$100K-$125K

9.9%

$125K-$150K

8.2%

$150K-$200K

12.3%

$200K+

43.5%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%

57.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.4%

Renter 18.6%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,194/mo 15.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.1%

18-34

10.8%

35-54

25.6%

55-74

33.8%

75+

9.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bainbridge Island Rankings in Washington

#53 Population of 628

#29 Median Income of 570

#10 Education of 628

#16 Home Value of 584

Explore Washington Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Kitsap County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Bremerton	44,830	$74,940	13.8%	$439,400
Silverdale	20,685	$105,483	6.2%	$555,300
Port Orchard	17,149	$89,795	9.7%	$539,700
Poulsbo	12,165	$116,250	9.3%	$620,100
Parkwood	6,873	$88,625	7.6%	$441,400
Tracyton	6,137	$103,935	9.1%	$470,200
Bangor Base	6,112	$79,918	5.4%	N/A
Manchester	5,956	$126,371	11.9%	$478,200
East Port Orchard	4,725	$75,320	10.4%	$435,900
Bethel	4,394	$79,583	16.2%	$473,900

Cities Similar to Bainbridge Island

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mill Creek East	25,453	$192,937	$905,400	67.6%	4.1%
Union Hill-Novelty Hill	23,047	$185,369	$1,218,500	71.7%	5.7%
Silver Firs	22,306	$163,418	$859,900	51.9%	5.9%
Kenmore	23,741	$139,764	$920,800	61.8%	5.7%
Eastmont	23,721	$138,912	$784,000	40.6%	6.3%

Population Overview

Bainbridge Island is a small city located in Washington, within Kitsap County. The total population is 24,631. It ranks as the 53rd most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bainbridge Island is 49.0 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 38.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bainbridge Island is $172,188. This is 75% higher than the state median of $98,141. It is also 113% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.5%. This is 65% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $1,155,900. Housing costs are 105% higher than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.7x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 81.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bainbridge Island is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 14.4%. The Asian population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 9.7%.

Education

76.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bainbridge Island in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 93% higher than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 99.3%. Notably, 36.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bainbridge Island, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 628 Census-designated places in Washington. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bainbridge Island, Washington?

Bainbridge Island, Washington has a population of 24,631 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bainbridge Island, WA?

The median household income in Bainbridge Island is $172,188, which is 113% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Bainbridge Island, WA?

The poverty rate in Bainbridge Island is 3.5%. This means approximately 856 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bainbridge Island, Washington?

Bainbridge Island's population is 82.0% White, 0.4% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bainbridge Island, WA?

The median home value in Bainbridge Island is $1,155,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.7x.

How educated is Bainbridge Island, Washington?

76.4% of adults (25+) in Bainbridge Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 36.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.