Lake Stickney, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lake Stickney, Washington is 15,514 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 89th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $85,762, the median home value is $598,400, and the median age is 34.6.
15,514
Population
7800
People / sq mi
$85,762
Median Income
$598,400
Median Home Value
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Lake Stickney covers 2.0 sq mi of land at 7800 people per square mile.
About Lake Stickney, WA
What distinguishes Lake Stickney is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 7,800 people per square mile. Lake Stickney is a city in Washington with a population of 15,514.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $85,762 — above the US median of $78,538. About 8.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $598,400, with typical rent around $1,733.
Roughly 34.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 20.3%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Lake Stickney: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 48.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$85,762
Median Household Income
$42,314
Per Capita Income
8.5%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$598,400
Median Home Value
$1,733
Median Rent
52.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.4%
High School+
34.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.9%
Drive Alone
63.7%
Public Transit
20.3%
Work From Home
32.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.8%
Foreign Born
57.6%
Non-English at Home
4.2%
Veterans
13.0%
With Disability
92.4%
Health Insurance
95.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.7% |
| Manufacturing | 11.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.3% |
| Construction | 7.5% |
| Information | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 5.0% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lake Stickney, Washington has a population of 15,514 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 89th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Lake Stickney, Washington is $85,762, with 8.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lake Stickney, Washington is $598,400, with median monthly rent at $1,733 and a homeownership rate of 52.4%.
The median age in Lake Stickney, Washington is 34.6 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
Lake Stickney Cdp, WA Climate
Lake Stickney Cdp, WA has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F) and receives about 1043 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.4°C
Avg Temp
1043
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 134 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 102 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 108 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 79 mm |
| May | 12° / 54° | 60 mm |
| June | 15° / 59° | 51 mm |
| July | 17° / 63° | 31 mm |
| August | 18° / 64° | 34 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 53 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 90 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 147 mm |
| December | 4° / 40° | 154 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 Lake Stickney Cdp, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Lake Stickney Cdp, WA are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 23°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.