Aberdeen, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Aberdeen, Washington is 17,040 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 84th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $52,181, the median home value is $225,100, and the median age is 36.9.
The population has grown 1.0% since 2010 (16,870 → 17,044).
17,040
Population
1567
People / sq mi
$52,181
Median Income
$225,100
Median Home Value
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Aberdeen covers 10.9 sq mi of land at 1567 people per square mile.
About Aberdeen, WA
Aberdeen is defined demographically by education — 14.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 17,040 residents, Aberdeen is a city in Washington.
The typical household earns $52,181, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 16.7% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $225,100, with typical rent around $1,024.
Aberdeen is among the least college-educated US cities, at 14.7% — below the national 35.0%. Just 6.5% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Aberdeen city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Aberdeen city had a population of 16,870 in 2010 and 17,044 in 2024, a 1.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,197 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.08%.
17,044
Population (2024)
16,870
Population (2010)
17,197
Peak (2021)
0.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,870 |
| 2011 | 16,696 |
| 2012 | 16,520 |
| 2013 | 16,306 |
| 2014 | 16,201 |
| 2015 | 16,204 |
| 2016 | 16,262 |
| 2017 | 16,409 |
| 2018 | 16,622 |
| 2019 | 16,756 |
| 2020 | 17,037 |
| 2021 | 17,197 |
| 2022 | 17,097 |
| 2023 | 17,065 |
| 2024 | 17,044 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.2% |
| Black or African American | 2.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.6% |
Economy & Income
$52,181
Median Household Income
$28,327
Per Capita Income
16.7%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$225,100
Median Home Value
$1,024
Median Rent
57.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.4%
High School+
14.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.2%
Drive Alone
76.6%
Public Transit
6.5%
Work From Home
21.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.2%
Foreign Born
83.6%
Non-English at Home
10.1%
Veterans
25.4%
With Disability
91.6%
Health Insurance
94.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.4% |
| Manufacturing | 12.4% |
| Public Administration | 8.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 5.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Construction | 4.8% |
| Information | 4.0% |
| Retail Trade | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aberdeen, Washington has a population of 17,040 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 84th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Aberdeen, Washington is $52,181, with 16.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Aberdeen, Washington is $225,100, with median monthly rent at $1,024 and a homeownership rate of 57.1%.
The median age in Aberdeen, Washington is 36.9 years. The population is 50.7% male and 49.3% female.
The population has grown 1.0% since 2010 (16,870 → 17,044).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.