Vancouver, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Vancouver, Washington is 192,696 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 4th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $78,156, the median home value is $440,300, and the median age is 37.5.
The population has grown 18.7% since 2010 (167,595 → 198,992).
192,696
Population
3949
People / sq mi
$78,156
Median Income
$440,300
Median Home Value
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Vancouver covers 48.8 sq mi of land at 3949 people per square mile.
About Vancouver, WA
Vancouver is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 54.2% of the population. With 192,696 residents, Vancouver is a city in Washington. It is the #4-largest of all cities in Washington nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $78,156 — near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.5%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $440,300, with typical rent around $1,632.
Roughly 31.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 15.2% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Vancouver, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Vancouver city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Vancouver city had a population of 167,595 in 2010 and 198,992 in 2024, a 18.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 198,992 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.24%.
198,992
Population (2024)
167,595
Population (2010)
198,992
Peak (2024)
1.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 167,595 |
| 2011 | 169,046 |
| 2012 | 170,035 |
| 2013 | 171,565 |
| 2014 | 173,406 |
| 2015 | 176,409 |
| 2016 | 178,621 |
| 2017 | 180,360 |
| 2018 | 182,887 |
| 2019 | 184,463 |
| 2020 | 191,284 |
| 2021 | 193,475 |
| 2022 | 194,995 |
| 2023 | 197,733 |
| 2024 | 198,992 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 70.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$78,156
Median Household Income
$42,839
Per Capita Income
7.5%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$440,300
Median Home Value
$1,632
Median Rent
49.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.1%
High School+
31.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.8%
Drive Alone
69.7%
Public Transit
15.2%
Work From Home
23.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
54.2%
Foreign Born
79.3%
Non-English at Home
7.8%
Veterans
15.1%
With Disability
91.6%
Health Insurance
96.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.3% |
| Manufacturing | 10.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.1% |
| Retail Trade | 8.7% |
| Construction | 8.2% |
| Information | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Common questions about Vancouver, WA
Frequently Asked Questions
Vancouver, Washington has a population of 192,696 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 4th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Vancouver, Washington is $78,156, with 7.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Vancouver, Washington is $440,300, with median monthly rent at $1,632 and a homeownership rate of 49.9%.
The median age in Vancouver, Washington is 37.5 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 18.7% since 2010 (167,595 → 198,992).
Vancouver city, WA Climate
Vancouver city, WA has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F) and receives about 1073 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.8°C
Avg Temp
1073
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 155 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 123 mm |
| March | 8° / 47° | 107 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 77 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 64 mm |
| June | 17° / 62° | 44 mm |
| July | 20° / 67° | 20 mm |
| August | 20° / 68° | 27 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 47 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 83 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 160 mm |
| December | 5° / 40° | 166 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 Vancouver city, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Vancouver city, WA are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.