Bothell, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bothell, Washington is 48,610 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 27th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $132,232, the median home value is $871,300, and the median age is 38.0.
The population has grown 29.5% since 2010 (39,976 → 51,770).
48,610
Population
3565
People / sq mi
$132,232
Median Income
$871,300
Median Home Value
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Bothell covers 13.6 sq mi of land at 3565 people per square mile.
About Bothell, WA
What sets Bothell apart is where people work — remote work is unusually prominent here, at 30.2% versus 14.0% nationally. With 48,610 residents, Bothell is a city in Washington. It ranks #27 among cities in Washington by population.
The typical household earns $132,232 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Only 3.4% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $871,300, with typical rent around $2,295.
About 58.6% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. An unusually large 30.2% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
The remote-work concentration is telling in Bothell — it skews toward higher-income, college-educated workers and reshapes both commute patterns and housing demand.
Bothell city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bothell city had a population of 39,976 in 2010 and 51,770 in 2024, a 29.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 51,770 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.87%.
51,770
Population (2024)
39,976
Population (2010)
51,770
Peak (2024)
1.87%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 39,976 |
| 2011 | 40,659 |
| 2012 | 41,311 |
| 2013 | 42,446 |
| 2014 | 43,562 |
| 2015 | 44,274 |
| 2016 | 44,769 |
| 2017 | 45,700 |
| 2018 | 46,509 |
| 2019 | 47,415 |
| 2020 | 48,174 |
| 2021 | 48,104 |
| 2022 | 49,213 |
| 2023 | 50,782 |
| 2024 | 51,770 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.9% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$132,232
Median Household Income
$66,045
Per Capita Income
3.4%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$871,300
Median Home Value
$2,295
Median Rent
63.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.3%
High School+
58.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.3%
Drive Alone
55.4%
Public Transit
30.2%
Work From Home
29.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
29.6%
Foreign Born
71.7%
Non-English at Home
4.7%
Veterans
9.6%
With Disability
94.6%
Health Insurance
97.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 24.4% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.7% |
| Information | 7.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 5.2% |
| Retail Trade | 3.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bothell, Washington has a population of 48,610 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 27th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Bothell, Washington is $132,232, with 3.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bothell, Washington is $871,300, with median monthly rent at $2,295 and a homeownership rate of 63.2%.
The median age in Bothell, Washington is 38.0 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The population has grown 29.5% since 2010 (39,976 → 51,770).
Bothell city, WA Climate
Bothell city, WA has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F) and receives about 1063 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.8°C
Avg Temp
1063
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 135 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 104 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 109 mm |
| April | 10° / 49° | 83 mm |
| May | 13° / 55° | 61 mm |
| June | 16° / 60° | 52 mm |
| July | 18° / 64° | 31 mm |
| August | 18° / 65° | 35 mm |
| September | 15° / 60° | 54 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 92 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 149 mm |
| December | 4° / 40° | 158 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Bothell city, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Bothell city, WA are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 24°C high). The coldest is December (near 1°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.