Shelton, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Shelton, Washington is 10,619 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 124th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $60,589, the median home value is $296,100, and the median age is 31.6.
The population has grown 9.0% since 2010 (9,848 → 10,737).
10,619
Population
1642
People / sq mi
$60,589
Median Income
$296,100
Median Home Value
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Shelton covers 6.5 sq mi of land at 1642 people per square mile.
About Shelton, WA
Shelton skews on age — the median resident is 31.6, younger than the national median. Shelton is a city in Washington with a population of 10,619.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $60,589, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 16.3%, above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $296,100, with typical rent around $1,298.
College attainment is 18.8%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.2%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Shelton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Shelton city had a population of 9,848 in 2010 and 10,737 in 2024, a 9.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,737 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.63%.
10,737
Population (2024)
9,848
Population (2010)
10,737
Peak (2024)
0.63%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,848 |
| 2011 | 9,832 |
| 2012 | 9,766 |
| 2013 | 9,703 |
| 2014 | 9,726 |
| 2015 | 9,789 |
| 2016 | 9,915 |
| 2017 | 10,130 |
| 2018 | 10,339 |
| 2019 | 10,655 |
| 2020 | 10,436 |
| 2021 | 10,650 |
| 2022 | 10,688 |
| 2023 | 10,655 |
| 2024 | 10,737 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$60,589
Median Household Income
$25,686
Per Capita Income
16.3%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$296,100
Median Home Value
$1,298
Median Rent
52.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.0%
High School+
18.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
73.8%
Public Transit
9.2%
Work From Home
27.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
33.3%
Foreign Born
76.2%
Non-English at Home
7.4%
Veterans
15.7%
With Disability
87.6%
Health Insurance
90.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.6% |
| Construction | 9.9% |
| Public Administration | 9.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 6.1% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Manufacturing | 4.8% |
| Information | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Shelton, Washington has a population of 10,619 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 124th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Shelton, Washington is $60,589, with 16.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Shelton, Washington is $296,100, with median monthly rent at $1,298 and a homeownership rate of 52.9%.
The median age in Shelton, Washington is 31.6 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 9.0% since 2010 (9,848 → 10,737).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.