Auburn, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Auburn, Washington is 85,455 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 14th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $95,367, the median home value is $510,400, and the median age is 35.7.
The population has grown 21.2% since 2010 (70,560 → 85,513).
85,455
Population
2889
People / sq mi
$95,367
Median Income
$510,400
Median Home Value
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Auburn covers 29.6 sq mi of land at 2889 people per square mile.
About Auburn, WA
In Auburn, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $510,400. With 85,455 residents, Auburn is a city in Washington. It ranks #14 among cities in Washington by population.
Median household income is $95,367, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.7%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $510,400, with typical rent around $1,713.
27.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.8%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Auburn — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Auburn city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Auburn city had a population of 70,560 in 2010 and 85,513 in 2024, a 21.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 87,045 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 1.40%.
85,513
Population (2024)
70,560
Population (2010)
87,045
Peak (2020)
1.40%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 70,560 |
| 2011 | 71,748 |
| 2012 | 73,474 |
| 2013 | 74,924 |
| 2014 | 76,198 |
| 2015 | 77,479 |
| 2016 | 78,725 |
| 2017 | 81,333 |
| 2018 | 81,789 |
| 2019 | 81,464 |
| 2020 | 87,045 |
| 2021 | 85,844 |
| 2022 | 85,111 |
| 2023 | 84,848 |
| 2024 | 85,513 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 53.3% |
| Black or African American | 7.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$95,367
Median Household Income
$42,046
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$510,400
Median Home Value
$1,713
Median Rent
61.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.4%
High School+
27.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.3%
Drive Alone
71.2%
Public Transit
12.8%
Work From Home
31.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.5%
Foreign Born
67.6%
Non-English at Home
8.0%
Veterans
12.1%
With Disability
91.6%
Health Insurance
97.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.4% |
| Manufacturing | 10.2% |
| Construction | 9.7% |
| Retail Trade | 9.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.5% |
| Information | 5.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Auburn, Washington has a population of 85,455 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 14th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Auburn, Washington is $95,367, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Auburn, Washington is $510,400, with median monthly rent at $1,713 and a homeownership rate of 61.4%.
The median age in Auburn, Washington is 35.7 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 21.2% since 2010 (70,560 → 85,513).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.