Pullman, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pullman, Washington is 31,939 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 43rd-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $45,097, the median home value is $401,700, and the median age is 22.8.
The population has grown 12.4% since 2010 (29,835 → 33,543).
31,939
Population
2871
People / sq mi
$45,097
Median Income
$401,700
Median Home Value
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Pullman covers 11.1 sq mi of land at 2871 people per square mile.
About Pullman, WA
Pullman skews on age — the median resident is 22.8, younger than the national median. With 31,939 residents, Pullman is a city in Washington. It ranks #43 among cities in Washington by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $45,097, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.1%, close to the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $401,700, with typical rent around $1,010.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 62.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.8%, and the average commute runs about 14 minutes each way.
Pullman city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Pullman city had a population of 29,835 in 2010 and 33,543 in 2024, a 12.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 34,506 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 1.00%.
33,543
Population (2024)
29,835
Population (2010)
34,506
Peak (2019)
1.00%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 29,835 |
| 2011 | 29,925 |
| 2012 | 31,338 |
| 2013 | 31,550 |
| 2014 | 31,726 |
| 2015 | 32,756 |
| 2016 | 33,202 |
| 2017 | 33,609 |
| 2018 | 33,943 |
| 2019 | 34,506 |
| 2020 | 32,857 |
| 2021 | 28,621 |
| 2022 | 33,010 |
| 2023 | 33,163 |
| 2024 | 33,543 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 71.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$45,097
Median Household Income
$28,901
Per Capita Income
12.1%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$401,700
Median Home Value
$1,010
Median Rent
31.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.9%
High School+
62.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.8%
Drive Alone
57.8%
Public Transit
9.8%
Work From Home
14.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
45.1%
Foreign Born
85.1%
Non-English at Home
2.8%
Veterans
11.3%
With Disability
94.4%
Health Insurance
98.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 42.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.3% |
| Manufacturing | 6.3% |
| Construction | 2.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.4% |
| Public Administration | 2.4% |
| Retail Trade | 1.9% |
| Information | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pullman, Washington has a population of 31,939 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 43rd-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Pullman, Washington is $45,097, with 12.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pullman, Washington is $401,700, with median monthly rent at $1,010 and a homeownership rate of 31.3%.
The median age in Pullman, Washington is 22.8 years. The population is 51.0% male and 49.0% female.
The population has grown 12.4% since 2010 (29,835 → 33,543).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.