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Population Review

East Wenatchee, Washington Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of East Wenatchee, Washington is 14,114 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 94th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $81,050, the median home value is $414,000, and the median age is 35.4.

The population has grown 8.5% since 2010 (13,207 → 14,330).

14,114

Population

3725

People / sq mi

$81,050

Median Income

$414,000

Median Home Value

East Wenatchee covers 3.8 sq mi of land at 3725 people per square mile.

About East Wenatchee, WA

East Wenatchee is a city in Washington with a population of 14,114. It ranks #94 among cities in Washington by population. The median age is 35.4, younger than the national median. The population is 52.0% male and 48.0% female.

The median household income in East Wenatchee is $81,050, above the US median of $74,580. 4.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $414,000, with monthly rent averaging $1,284. The homeownership rate of 58.1% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in East Wenatchee reflects 20.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 8.0% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 20.3 minutes each way.

East Wenatchee city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of East Wenatchee city had a population of 13,207 in 2010 and 14,330 in 2024, a 8.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,330 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.59%.

2024 · 14K20102024

14,330

Population (2024)

13,207

Population (2010)

14,330

Peak (2024)

0.59%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201013,207
201113,206
201213,341
201313,353
201413,410
201513,563
201613,876
201714,016
201814,123
201914,219
202014,125
202114,223
202214,098
202314,219
202414,330

Race & Ethnicity

White58.7%
Black or African American0.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$81,050

Median Household Income

$40,087

Per Capita Income

4.8%

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$414,000

Median Home Value

$1,284

Median Rent

58.1%

Owner-Occupied

Education

84.6%

High School+

20.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.2%

Drive Alone

80.9%

Public Transit

8.0%

Work From Home

20.3 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

30.5%

Foreign Born

72.4%

Non-English at Home

10.9%

Veterans

19.8%

With Disability

89.8%

Health Insurance

97.3%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management22.8%
Agriculture & Mining11.6%
Construction9.7%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.6%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services7.4%
Manufacturing6.1%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate5.4%
Retail Trade5.1%
Information3.5%
Transportation & Warehousing2.8%
Public Administration2.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

East Wenatchee, Washington has a population of 14,114 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 94th-largest city in Washington.

The median household income in East Wenatchee, Washington is $81,050, with 4.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in East Wenatchee, Washington is $414,000, with median monthly rent at $1,284 and a homeownership rate of 58.1%.

The median age in East Wenatchee, Washington is 35.4 years. The population is 52.0% male and 48.0% female.

The population has grown 8.5% since 2010 (13,207 → 14,330).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.