Lynnwood, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lynnwood, Washington is 40,953 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $76,439, the median home value is $635,800, and the median age is 39.2.
The population has grown 15.8% since 2010 (35,924 → 41,597).
40,953
Population
5199
People / sq mi
$76,439
Median Income
$635,800
Median Home Value
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Lynnwood covers 7.9 sq mi of land at 5199 people per square mile.
About Lynnwood, WA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Lynnwood: the median home is valued at $635,800. With 40,953 residents, Lynnwood is a city in Washington. It ranks #31 among cities in Washington by population.
Median household income is $76,439, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.1%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $635,800, with typical rent around $1,675.
Roughly 32.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 13.1% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Lynnwood — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Lynnwood city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lynnwood city had a population of 35,924 in 2010 and 41,597 in 2024, a 15.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 41,597 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.06%.
41,597
Population (2024)
35,924
Population (2010)
41,597
Peak (2024)
1.06%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 35,924 |
| 2011 | 36,017 |
| 2012 | 36,221 |
| 2013 | 36,374 |
| 2014 | 36,578 |
| 2015 | 36,862 |
| 2016 | 38,020 |
| 2017 | 38,276 |
| 2018 | 38,408 |
| 2019 | 39,141 |
| 2020 | 38,549 |
| 2021 | 38,910 |
| 2022 | 40,434 |
| 2023 | 41,069 |
| 2024 | 41,597 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.0% |
| Black or African American | 8.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$76,439
Median Household Income
$41,614
Per Capita Income
10.1%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$635,800
Median Home Value
$1,675
Median Rent
51.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.9%
High School+
32.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.8%
Drive Alone
65.6%
Public Transit
13.1%
Work From Home
29.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.1%
Foreign Born
63.5%
Non-English at Home
5.5%
Veterans
15.2%
With Disability
91.4%
Health Insurance
95.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.3% |
| Manufacturing | 9.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Retail Trade | 7.3% |
| Construction | 7.0% |
| Information | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lynnwood, Washington has a population of 40,953 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Lynnwood, Washington is $76,439, with 10.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lynnwood, Washington is $635,800, with median monthly rent at $1,675 and a homeownership rate of 51.9%.
The median age in Lynnwood, Washington is 39.2 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The population has grown 15.8% since 2010 (35,924 → 41,597).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.