Lake Stevens, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lake Stevens, Washington is 39,500 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 32nd-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $118,290, the median home value is $593,900, and the median age is 34.8.
The population has grown 46.1% since 2010 (28,306 → 41,350).
39,500
Population
3887
People / sq mi
$118,290
Median Income
$593,900
Median Home Value
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Lake Stevens covers 10.2 sq mi of land at 3887 people per square mile.
About Lake Stevens, WA
In Lake Stevens, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $593,900. With 39,500 residents, Lake Stevens is a city in Washington. It ranks #32 among cities in Washington by population.
Median household income is $118,290, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.3%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $593,900, with typical rent around $2,189.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 33.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. A solid 19.4% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Lake Stevens — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Lake Stevens city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lake Stevens city had a population of 28,306 in 2010 and 41,350 in 2024, a 46.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 41,350 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.80%.
41,350
Population (2024)
28,306
Population (2010)
41,350
Peak (2024)
2.80%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,306 |
| 2011 | 28,672 |
| 2012 | 29,077 |
| 2013 | 29,871 |
| 2014 | 30,218 |
| 2015 | 30,789 |
| 2016 | 31,642 |
| 2017 | 32,844 |
| 2018 | 33,338 |
| 2019 | 33,911 |
| 2020 | 39,112 |
| 2021 | 39,815 |
| 2022 | 40,183 |
| 2023 | 40,736 |
| 2024 | 41,350 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.5% |
| Black or African American | 2.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.3% |
Economy & Income
$118,290
Median Household Income
$46,894
Per Capita Income
3.3%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$593,900
Median Home Value
$2,189
Median Rent
75.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.7%
High School+
33.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.9%
Drive Alone
68.5%
Public Transit
19.4%
Work From Home
35.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
33.1%
Foreign Born
86.0%
Non-English at Home
7.2%
Veterans
9.9%
With Disability
96.0%
Health Insurance
97.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.4% |
| Manufacturing | 16.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.3% |
| Construction | 10.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.3% |
| Information | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 5.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lake Stevens, Washington has a population of 39,500 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 32nd-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Lake Stevens, Washington is $118,290, with 3.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lake Stevens, Washington is $593,900, with median monthly rent at $2,189 and a homeownership rate of 75.3%.
The median age in Lake Stevens, Washington is 34.8 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 46.1% since 2010 (28,306 → 41,350).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.