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Maple Valley, Washington Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Maple Valley, Washington is 28,121 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 46th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $147,546, the median home value is $672,000, and the median age is 36.5.

The population has grown 25.0% since 2010 (22,850 → 28,553).

28,121

Population

4684

People / sq mi

$147,546

Median Income

$672,000

Median Home Value

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Maple Valley covers 6.0 sq mi of land at 4684 people per square mile.

About Maple Valley, WA

Among US cities, Maple Valley stands out first on household income: a median of $147,546, above the US median of $78,538. With 28,121 residents, Maple Valley is a city in Washington. It ranks #46 among cities in Washington by population.

Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $147,546, above the US median of $78,538. Only 3.7% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $672,000, with typical rent around $2,189.

About 47.5% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is on the higher side at 19.9%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 38 minutes each way.

Taken together, the income and housing figures place Maple Valley firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.

Maple Valley city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Maple Valley city had a population of 22,850 in 2010 and 28,553 in 2024, a 25.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,553 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.61%.

2024 · 29K20102024
Maple Valley city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

28,553

Population (2024)

22,850

Population (2010)

28,553

Peak (2024)

1.61%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201022,850
201123,459
201224,189
201324,776
201425,136
201525,710
201625,808
201725,953
201827,032
201927,202
202028,086
202128,246
202228,317
202328,282
202428,553

Race & Ethnicity

White73.7%
Black or African American1.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.2%
Two or More Races0.3%

Economy & Income

$147,546

Median Household Income

$53,243

Per Capita Income

3.7%

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$672,000

Median Home Value

$2,189

Median Rent

84.4%

Owner-Occupied

Education

96.7%

High School+

47.5%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.7%

Drive Alone

72.1%

Public Transit

19.9%

Work From Home

38.1 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

36.0%

Foreign Born

83.0%

Non-English at Home

8.7%

Veterans

7.6%

With Disability

97.6%

Health Insurance

97.8%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management21.1%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate14.8%
Manufacturing10.1%
Construction7.6%
Public Administration7.1%
Retail Trade6.5%
Information6.0%
Education, Health Care & Social Services5.8%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services2.9%
Transportation & Warehousing2.1%
Agriculture & Mining0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Maple Valley, Washington has a population of 28,121 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 46th-largest city in Washington.

The median household income in Maple Valley, Washington is $147,546, with 3.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Maple Valley, Washington is $672,000, with median monthly rent at $2,189 and a homeownership rate of 84.4%.

The median age in Maple Valley, Washington is 36.5 years. The population is 51.4% male and 48.6% female.

The population has grown 25.0% since 2010 (22,850 → 28,553).


Maple Valley city, WA Climate

Maple Valley city, WA has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F) and receives about 1293 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

10.2°C

Avg Temp

1293

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

-5°5°15°25°190mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Maple Valley city, WA — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January3° / 38°169 mm
February5° / 41°133 mm
March7° / 44°129 mm
April9° / 48°105 mm
May12° / 54°79 mm
June15° / 59°65 mm
July18° / 64°36 mm
August18° / 64°39 mm
September15° / 59°62 mm
October11° / 51°106 mm
November6° / 43°190 mm
December3° / 38°180 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 Maple Valley city, WA

The most comfortable months to visit Maple Valley city, WA are typically August, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 25°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). November is usually the wettest month.

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

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