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Walla Walla, Washington Population 2026

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

The population of Walla Walla, Washington is 33,766 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 41st-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $65,493, the median home value is $356,600, and the median age is 38.1.

The population has grown 4.3% since 2010 (32,505 → 33,901).

33,766

Population

2400

People / sq mi

$65,493

Median Income

$356,600

Median Home Value

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Walla Walla covers 14.1 sq mi of land at 2400 people per square mile.

About Walla Walla, WA

Walla Walla is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 38.9% of the population. Walla Walla is a city in Washington with a population of 33,766. It ranks #41 among cities in Washington by population.

Median household income is $65,493, below the US median of $78,538. About 10.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $356,600, with typical rent around $1,176.

28.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 13.1%, and the average commute runs about 13 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Walla Walla, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

Walla Walla city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Walla Walla city had a population of 32,505 in 2010 and 33,901 in 2024, a 4.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 34,275 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.31%.

2020 · 34K20102024
Walla Walla city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

33,901

Population (2024)

32,505

Population (2010)

34,275

Peak (2020)

0.31%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201032,505
201132,656
201232,523
201332,407
201432,421
201532,706
201632,628
201732,842
201832,893
201932,900
202034,275
202133,855
202233,829
202333,749
202433,901

Race & Ethnicity

White73.0%
Black or African American2.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)4.3%
Two or More Races0.1%

Economy & Income

$65,493

Median Household Income

$35,271

Per Capita Income

10.2%

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$356,600

Median Home Value

$1,176

Median Rent

60.0%

Owner-Occupied

Education

89.0%

High School+

28.9%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.8%

Drive Alone

65.5%

Public Transit

13.1%

Work From Home

12.7 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

38.9%

Foreign Born

81.1%

Non-English at Home

8.3%

Veterans

16.2%

With Disability

92.4%

Health Insurance

92.5%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management24.2%
Education, Health Care & Social Services15.7%
Manufacturing9.0%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate7.3%
Construction6.1%
Retail Trade5.2%
Public Administration4.4%
Information3.8%
Agriculture & Mining2.8%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services2.3%
Transportation & Warehousing2.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Walla Walla, Washington has a population of 33,766 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 41st-largest city in Washington.

The median household income in Walla Walla, Washington is $65,493, with 10.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Walla Walla, Washington is $356,600, with median monthly rent at $1,176 and a homeownership rate of 60.0%.

The median age in Walla Walla, Washington is 38.1 years. The population is 52.0% male and 48.0% female.

The population has grown 4.3% since 2010 (32,505 → 33,901).

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

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