Lynden, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lynden, Washington is 16,025 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 88th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $94,869, the median home value is $546,400, and the median age is 35.9.
The population has grown 39.4% since 2010 (12,040 → 16,783).
16,025
Population
2918
People / sq mi
$94,869
Median Income
$546,400
Median Home Value
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Lynden covers 5.5 sq mi of land at 2918 people per square mile.
About Lynden, WA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Lynden: the median home is valued at $546,400. Lynden is a city in Washington with a population of 16,025.
The typical household here earns about $94,869, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.2%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $546,400, with typical rent around $1,623.
Roughly 28.2% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 9.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Lynden — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Lynden city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lynden city had a population of 12,040 in 2010 and 16,783 in 2024, a 39.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,783 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.40%.
16,783
Population (2024)
12,040
Population (2010)
16,783
Peak (2024)
2.40%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,040 |
| 2011 | 12,251 |
| 2012 | 12,575 |
| 2013 | 12,807 |
| 2014 | 13,080 |
| 2015 | 13,393 |
| 2016 | 13,834 |
| 2017 | 14,282 |
| 2018 | 14,725 |
| 2019 | 15,223 |
| 2020 | 15,806 |
| 2021 | 15,938 |
| 2022 | 16,145 |
| 2023 | 16,470 |
| 2024 | 16,783 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 77.6% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$94,869
Median Household Income
$43,654
Per Capita Income
7.2%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$546,400
Median Home Value
$1,623
Median Rent
66.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.6%
High School+
28.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
77.8%
Public Transit
9.5%
Work From Home
21.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
34.9%
Foreign Born
85.7%
Non-English at Home
9.5%
Veterans
12.9%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
94.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.6% |
| Manufacturing | 13.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.8% |
| Construction | 8.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.1% |
| Information | 7.0% |
| Public Administration | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lynden, Washington has a population of 16,025 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 88th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Lynden, Washington is $94,869, with 7.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lynden, Washington is $546,400, with median monthly rent at $1,623 and a homeownership rate of 66.2%.
The median age in Lynden, Washington is 35.9 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 39.4% since 2010 (12,040 → 16,783).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.