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Population Review

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

Lynnwood covers 7.9 sq mi of land at 5199 people per square mile.

About Lynnwood, WA

Lynnwood is a city in Washington with a population of 40,953. It ranks #31 among cities in Washington by population. The median age is 39.2, in line with the national median. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

The median household income in Lynnwood is $76,439, near the US median of $74,580. 10.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $635,800, with monthly rent averaging $1,675. The homeownership rate of 51.9% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Lynnwood reflects 32.6% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 13.1% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 29.2 minutes each way.

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%.

2024 · 42K20102024

41,597

Population (2024)

35,924

Population (2010)

41,597

Peak (2024)

1.06%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201035,924
201136,017
201236,221
201336,374
201436,578
201536,862
201638,020
201738,276
201838,408
201939,141
202038,549
202138,910
202240,434
202341,069
202441,597

Race & Ethnicity

White54.0%
Black or African American8.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

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 & Management21.8%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate14.3%
Manufacturing9.7%
Education, Health Care & Social Services8.2%
Retail Trade7.3%
Construction7.0%
Information5.3%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.1%
Public Administration3.3%
Transportation & Warehousing1.4%
Agriculture & Mining0.1%

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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).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.