Bremerton, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bremerton, Washington is 44,531 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $74,399, the median home value is $409,500, and the median age is 33.0.
The population has grown 19.4% since 2010 (37,921 → 45,291).
44,531
Population
1566
People / sq mi
$74,399
Median Income
$409,500
Median Home Value
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Bremerton covers 28.4 sq mi of land at 1566 people per square mile.
About Bremerton, WA
Bremerton is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 47.8% of the population. With 44,531 residents, Bremerton is a city in Washington. It ranks #28 among cities in Washington by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $74,399 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.4%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $409,500, with typical rent around $1,535.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 26.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Bremerton, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Bremerton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bremerton city had a population of 37,921 in 2010 and 45,291 in 2024, a 19.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 45,442 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 1.30%.
45,291
Population (2024)
37,921
Population (2010)
45,442
Peak (2022)
1.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 37,921 |
| 2011 | 39,163 |
| 2012 | 39,198 |
| 2013 | 38,232 |
| 2014 | 38,432 |
| 2015 | 39,861 |
| 2016 | 40,431 |
| 2017 | 40,662 |
| 2018 | 40,883 |
| 2019 | 41,405 |
| 2020 | 43,626 |
| 2021 | 44,982 |
| 2022 | 45,442 |
| 2023 | 44,827 |
| 2024 | 45,291 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 68.7% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.6% |
Economy & Income
$74,399
Median Household Income
$40,201
Per Capita Income
9.4%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$409,500
Median Home Value
$1,535
Median Rent
49.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.3%
High School+
26.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.7%
Drive Alone
55.6%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
27.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
47.8%
Foreign Born
88.9%
Non-English at Home
13.8%
Veterans
16.9%
With Disability
92.8%
Health Insurance
97.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.8% |
| Manufacturing | 11.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.5% |
| Public Administration | 9.1% |
| Construction | 5.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.3% |
| Information | 4.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bremerton, Washington has a population of 44,531 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Bremerton, Washington is $74,399, with 9.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bremerton, Washington is $409,500, with median monthly rent at $1,535 and a homeownership rate of 49.0%.
The median age in Bremerton, Washington is 33.0 years. The population is 53.6% male and 46.4% female.
The population has grown 19.4% since 2010 (37,921 → 45,291).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.