Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Washington Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Washington had a total population of 23,047, the 60th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $185,369, which is 89% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 89% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Washington.
71.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Washington.

Union Hill-Novelty Hill Quick Facts

Population 23,047

Median Household Income $185,369

Median Home Value $1,218,500

Poverty Rate 5.7%

Unemployment Rate 5.8%

Median Age 43.9 years

Homeownership Rate 83.5%

Affordability Ratio 6.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 71.7%

High School Graduation Rate 98.0%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 23,047 60th of 628

Median Income $185,369 top 10%

Poverty Rate 5.7% 54% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,218,500 top 10%

How Union Hill-Novelty Hill 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	23,272	23,047	-1.0%
Median household income	$181,820	$185,369	+2.0%
Median home value	$1,174,100	$1,218,500	+3.8%

How Union Hill-Novelty Hill Compares

Median Household Income

Union Hill-Novelty Hill

$185,369

$98,141

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Union Hill-Novelty Hill

$1,218,500

$564,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.6%

$25K-$50K 6.5%

$50K-$100K 11.3%

$100K+ 75.6%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.3%

$10K-$15K

1.9%

$15K-$20K

0.8%

$20K-$25K

0.7%

$25K-$30K

0.5%

$30K-$35K

0.9%

$35K-$40K

2.0%

$40K-$45K

1.8%

$45K-$50K

1.4%

$50K-$60K

2.4%

$60K-$75K

2.4%

$75K-$100K

6.5%

$100K-$125K

6.9%

$125K-$150K

9.0%

$150K-$200K

12.3%

$200K+

47.4%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%

57.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.5%

Renter 16.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.6x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,556/mo 16.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.2%

18-34

10.7%

35-54

31.0%

55-74

23.1%

75+

8.9%

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+)

Union Hill-Novelty Hill Rankings in Washington

#60 Population of 628

#20 Median Income of 570

#14 Education of 628

#13 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 King County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Seattle	754,195	$123,860	9.9%	$938,600
Bellevue	151,847	$165,576	7.2%	$1,340,300
Kent	135,603	$92,302	10.8%	$587,800
Renton	105,317	$100,432	8.1%	$672,600
Federal Way	99,493	$86,909	13.0%	$552,800
Kirkland	92,621	$150,414	6.1%	$1,115,400
Auburn	85,676	$97,884	8.9%	$547,900
Redmond	77,353	$162,560	5.6%	$1,167,800
Sammamish	66,463	$239,690	4.3%	$1,407,300
Shoreline	61,431	$112,751	8.8%	$811,100

Cities Similar to Union Hill-Novelty Hill

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cottage Lake	22,518	$213,106	$1,230,700	67.8%	3.2%
Silver Firs	22,306	$163,418	$859,900	51.9%	5.9%
Bainbridge Island	24,631	$172,188	$1,155,900	76.4%	3.5%
Mill Creek East	25,453	$192,937	$905,400	67.6%	4.1%
Bothell West	22,029	$153,449	$824,900	56.1%	3.0%

Population Overview

Union Hill-Novelty Hill is a small city located in Washington, within King County. The total population is 23,047. It ranks as the 60th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Union Hill-Novelty Hill is 43.9 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 38.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Union Hill-Novelty Hill is $185,369. This is 89% higher than the state median of $98,141. It is also 130% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $1,218,500. Housing costs are 116% higher than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.6x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Union Hill-Novelty Hill is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.5% of the population. Asian residents account for 29.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.3%) is well below the state average of 14.4%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (29.1% vs 9.7%).

Education

71.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Union Hill-Novelty Hill in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 81% 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 98.0%. Notably, 34.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Union Hill-Novelty Hill, 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 Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Washington?

Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Washington has a population of 23,047 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Union Hill-Novelty Hill, WA?

The median household income in Union Hill-Novelty Hill is $185,369, which is 130% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Union Hill-Novelty Hill, WA?

The poverty rate in Union Hill-Novelty Hill is 5.7%. This means approximately 1,308 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Washington?

Union Hill-Novelty Hill's population is 56.5% White, 2.3% Black, 5.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 29.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Union Hill-Novelty Hill, WA?

The median home value in Union Hill-Novelty Hill is $1,218,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.6x.

How educated is Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Washington?

71.7% of adults (25+) in Union Hill-Novelty Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 34.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.