Lacey city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lacey city, Washington Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Lacey city, Washington has a total population of 57,088, the 24th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $87,277, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.0%.

Lacey city Quick Facts

Population 57,088

Median Household Income $87,277

Median Home Value $427,900

Poverty Rate 11.0%

Unemployment Rate 5.1%

Median Age 37.7 years

Homeownership Rate 57.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.2%

High School Graduation Rate 93.3%

Diversity Index 58/100

Population 57,088 24th of 631

Median Income $87,277 average

Poverty Rate 11.0% 11% lower national

Median Home Value $427,900 average

How Lacey city Compares

Median Household Income

Lacey city

$87,277

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lacey city

$427,900

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.9%

$25K-$50K 12.8%

$50K-$100K 32.8%

$100K+ 42.5%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

61.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.2%

Renter 42.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.1%

18-34

25.2%

35-54

23.8%

55-74

21.5%

75+

8.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lacey city Rankings in Washington

#24 Population of 631

#266 Median Income of 631

#215 Education of 631

#280 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Lacey city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Olympia city	55,583	$76,930	$457,900	50.0%	14.8%
Richland city	61,912	$92,550	$401,800	46.0%	9.3%
Burien city	51,331	$90,597	$609,300	31.5%	10.4%
Shoreline city	59,280	$113,336	$759,400	52.8%	8.4%
Lakewood city	63,034	$70,524	$420,500	22.6%	13.6%

Population Overview

Lacey city is a mid-sized community located in Washington. The total population is 57,088. It ranks as the 24th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lacey city is 37.7 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lacey city is $87,277. This is 8% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.0%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $427,900. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 57.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lacey city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (5.9% vs 3.8%).

Education

32.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 38.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lacey city, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 631 Census-designated places in Washington. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lacey city, Washington?

Lacey city, Washington has a population of 57,088 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lacey city, WA?

The median household income in Lacey city is $87,277, which is 11% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lacey city, WA?

The poverty rate in Lacey city is 11.0%. This means approximately 6,178 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lacey city, Washington?

Lacey city's population is 61.4% White, 5.9% Black, 12.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lacey city, WA?

The median home value in Lacey city is $427,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

How educated is Lacey city, Washington?

32.2% of adults (25+) in Lacey city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.