Renton, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Renton, Washington is 105,279 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 9th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $96,626, the median home value is $631,400, and the median age is 36.5.
The population has grown 14.3% since 2010 (92,351 → 105,543).
105,279
Population
4472
People / sq mi
$96,626
Median Income
$631,400
Median Home Value
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Renton covers 23.5 sq mi of land at 4472 people per square mile.
About Renton, WA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Renton: the median home is valued at $631,400. With 105,279 residents, Renton is a city in Washington. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Washington in the country, at #9 by population.
The typical household here earns about $96,626, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.1%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $631,400, with typical rent around $1,923.
39.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 20.0%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Renton — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Renton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Renton city had a population of 92,351 in 2010 and 105,543 in 2024, a 14.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 106,734 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.97%.
105,543
Population (2024)
92,351
Population (2010)
106,734
Peak (2020)
0.97%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 92,351 |
| 2011 | 94,131 |
| 2012 | 95,941 |
| 2013 | 97,090 |
| 2014 | 98,588 |
| 2015 | 100,455 |
| 2016 | 101,513 |
| 2017 | 101,981 |
| 2018 | 101,787 |
| 2019 | 101,751 |
| 2020 | 106,734 |
| 2021 | 105,302 |
| 2022 | 104,405 |
| 2023 | 104,551 |
| 2024 | 105,543 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 44.4% |
| Black or African American | 9.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$96,626
Median Household Income
$50,116
Per Capita Income
5.1%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$631,400
Median Home Value
$1,923
Median Rent
54.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.7%
High School+
39.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.0%
Drive Alone
63.0%
Public Transit
20.0%
Work From Home
30.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.5%
Foreign Born
62.5%
Non-English at Home
5.1%
Veterans
11.4%
With Disability
92.5%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.8% |
| Manufacturing | 12.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Construction | 6.3% |
| Information | 5.4% |
| Retail Trade | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.8% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Renton, Washington has a population of 105,279 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 9th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Renton, Washington is $96,626, with 5.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Renton, Washington is $631,400, with median monthly rent at $1,923 and a homeownership rate of 54.9%.
The median age in Renton, Washington is 36.5 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 14.3% since 2010 (92,351 → 105,543).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.