Bothell East, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bothell East, Washington Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bothell East, Washington had a total population of 14,578, the 94th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $198,882, which is 103% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.6%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 103% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Washington.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.6% — among the lowest in Washington.
65.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Washington.

Bothell East Quick Facts

Population 14,578

Median Household Income $198,882

Median Home Value $1,131,600

Poverty Rate 3.6%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 34.5 years

Homeownership Rate 59.3%

Affordability Ratio 5.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 65.9%

High School Graduation Rate 96.2%

Diversity Index 65/100

Population 14,578 94th of 628

Median Income $198,882 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.6% 71% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,131,600 top 10%

How Bothell East 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	14,487	14,578	+0.6%
Median household income	$189,519	$198,882	+4.9%
Median home value	$1,047,300	$1,131,600	+8.0%

How Bothell East Compares

Median Household Income

Bothell East

$198,882

$98,141

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Bothell East

$1,131,600

$564,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.5%

$25K-$50K 4.8%

$50K-$100K 16.0%

$100K+ 74.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.4%

$10K-$15K

2.9%

$15K-$20K

0.7%

$20K-$25K

0.6%

$25K-$30K

0.7%

$30K-$35K

0.9%

$35K-$40K

1.5%

$40K-$45K

1.7%

$45K-$50K

0.0%

$50K-$60K

5.9%

$60K-$75K

3.7%

$75K-$100K

6.4%

$100K-$125K

9.6%

$125K-$150K

4.7%

$150K-$200K

10.6%

$200K+

49.8%

Employment

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

75.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.3%

Renter 40.8%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,406/mo 14.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.3%

18-34

21.6%

35-54

35.0%

55-74

10.9%

75+

3.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 56 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bothell East Rankings in Washington

#94 Population of 628

#15 Median Income of 570

#28 Education of 628

#17 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 Snohomish County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Everett	111,845	$83,512	12.9%	$565,300
Marysville	73,002	$103,974	8.1%	$567,900
Edmonds	42,735	$122,449	3.8%	$890,100
Lake Stevens	40,253	$122,336	5.2%	$635,600
Lynnwood	40,110	$77,704	14.1%	$686,900
Mill Creek East	25,453	$192,937	4.1%	$905,400
Eastmont	23,721	$138,912	6.3%	$784,000
North Lynnwood	23,339	$101,088	7.2%	$616,400
Mountlake Terrace	23,104	$107,687	7.0%	$667,300
Martha Lake	22,634	$124,494	8.3%	$785,400

Cities Similar to Bothell East

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Snoqualmie	13,798	$214,107	$977,200	71.0%	0.8%
Woodinville	13,438	$164,398	$1,100,100	70.4%	2.9%
Artondale	14,073	$149,302	$734,400	55.4%	2.0%
Lake Forest Park	13,335	$159,904	$953,200	66.0%	4.0%
Newcastle	12,989	$160,278	$1,205,600	68.5%	5.9%

Population Overview

Bothell East is a small city located in Washington, within Snohomish County. The total population is 14,578. It ranks as the 94th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bothell East is 34.5 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 38.3 years. With 29.3% of the population under 18, Bothell East has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bothell East is $198,882. This is 103% higher than the state median of $98,141. It is also 146% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.6%. This is 64% 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 45% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $1,131,600. Housing costs are 100% higher than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 59.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bothell East is Asian, making up 45.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 36.4%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (45.5% vs 9.7%).

Education

65.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bothell East in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 66% 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 96.2%. Notably, 32.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bothell East, 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 Bothell East, Washington?

Bothell East, Washington has a population of 14,578 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bothell East, WA?

The median household income in Bothell East is $198,882, which is 146% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Bothell East, WA?

The poverty rate in Bothell East is 3.6%. This means approximately 518 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bothell East, Washington?

Bothell East's population is 36.4% White, 2.8% Black, 9.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 45.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bothell East, WA?

The median home value in Bothell East is $1,131,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.

How educated is Bothell East, Washington?

65.9% of adults (25+) in Bothell East hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 32.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.