Wenatchee, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Wenatchee, Washington is 35,502 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 36th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $70,000, the median home value is $391,200, and the median age is 36.0.
The population has grown 7.6% since 2010 (32,913 → 35,401).
35,502
Population
3337
People / sq mi
$70,000
Median Income
$391,200
Median Home Value
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Wenatchee covers 10.6 sq mi of land at 3337 people per square mile.
About Wenatchee, WA
Remote work is unusually rare in Wenatchee: 6.0% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Wenatchee is a city in Washington with a population of 35,502. It ranks #36 among cities in Washington by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $70,000 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.2%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $391,200, with typical rent around $1,194.
28.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.0% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Wenatchee city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Wenatchee city had a population of 32,913 in 2010 and 35,401 in 2024, a 7.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 35,619 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.53%.
35,401
Population (2024)
32,913
Population (2010)
35,619
Peak (2021)
0.53%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 32,913 |
| 2011 | 33,055 |
| 2012 | 33,131 |
| 2013 | 33,198 |
| 2014 | 33,664 |
| 2015 | 33,953 |
| 2016 | 34,199 |
| 2017 | 34,235 |
| 2018 | 34,233 |
| 2019 | 34,360 |
| 2020 | 35,605 |
| 2021 | 35,619 |
| 2022 | 35,501 |
| 2023 | 35,328 |
| 2024 | 35,401 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 61.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,000
Median Household Income
$36,544
Per Capita Income
8.2%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$391,200
Median Home Value
$1,194
Median Rent
51.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.4%
High School+
28.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.2%
Drive Alone
76.7%
Public Transit
6.0%
Work From Home
16.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.1%
Foreign Born
70.8%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
19.8%
With Disability
89.4%
Health Insurance
93.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 8.1% |
| Manufacturing | 7.4% |
| Construction | 6.6% |
| Retail Trade | 5.8% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Information | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wenatchee, Washington has a population of 35,502 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 36th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Wenatchee, Washington is $70,000, with 8.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Wenatchee, Washington is $391,200, with median monthly rent at $1,194 and a homeownership rate of 51.9%.
The median age in Wenatchee, Washington is 36.0 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The population has grown 7.6% since 2010 (32,913 → 35,401).
Wenatchee city, WA Climate
Wenatchee city, WA has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F) and receives about 269 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.4°C
Avg Temp
269
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 29° | 44 mm |
| February | 2° / 35° | 29 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 20 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 14 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 13 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 15 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 7 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 11 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 11 mm |
| October | 10° / 51° | 15 mm |
| November | 4° / 38° | 41 mm |
| December | -1° / 30° | 49 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 Wenatchee city, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Wenatchee city, WA are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.