Kent, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Kent, Washington is 135,015 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 6th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $90,416, the median home value is $537,500, and the median age is 35.3.
The population has grown 14.7% since 2010 (119,067 → 136,588).
135,015
Population
3991
People / sq mi
$90,416
Median Income
$537,500
Median Home Value
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Kent covers 33.8 sq mi of land at 3991 people per square mile.
About Kent, WA
In Kent, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $537,500. Kent is a city in Washington with a population of 135,015. It is the #6-largest of all cities in Washington nationally.
Median household income is $90,416, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.8%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $537,500, with typical rent around $1,833.
Roughly 29.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 11.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Kent — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Kent city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Kent city had a population of 119,067 in 2010 and 136,588 in 2024, a 14.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 136,593 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.99%.
136,588
Population (2024)
119,067
Population (2010)
136,593
Peak (2020)
0.99%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 119,067 |
| 2011 | 122,165 |
| 2012 | 124,739 |
| 2013 | 126,118 |
| 2014 | 127,727 |
| 2015 | 129,241 |
| 2016 | 130,508 |
| 2017 | 131,697 |
| 2018 | 131,734 |
| 2019 | 132,319 |
| 2020 | 136,593 |
| 2021 | 135,151 |
| 2022 | 134,806 |
| 2023 | 135,048 |
| 2024 | 136,588 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 39.6% |
| Black or African American | 13.4% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$90,416
Median Household Income
$41,658
Per Capita Income
7.8%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$537,500
Median Home Value
$1,833
Median Rent
56.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.9%
High School+
29.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
5.1%
Drive Alone
69.8%
Public Transit
11.5%
Work From Home
30.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.5%
Foreign Born
56.9%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
10.9%
With Disability
91.4%
Health Insurance
97.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.0% |
| Manufacturing | 11.6% |
| Retail Trade | 9.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Construction | 8.1% |
| Information | 4.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kent, Washington has a population of 135,015 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 6th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Kent, Washington is $90,416, with 7.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Kent, Washington is $537,500, with median monthly rent at $1,833 and a homeownership rate of 56.9%.
The median age in Kent, Washington is 35.3 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
The population has grown 14.7% since 2010 (119,067 → 136,588).
Kent city, WA Climate
Kent city, WA has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F) and receives about 1056 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
1056
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 39° | 141 mm |
| February | 5° / 42° | 112 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 107 mm |
| April | 10° / 49° | 84 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 58 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 48 mm |
| July | 19° / 65° | 27 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 32 mm |
| September | 16° / 60° | 49 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 86 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 156 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 156 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 Kent city, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Kent city, WA are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 26°C high). The coldest is December (near 1°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.