Yakima, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Yakima, Washington is 96,810 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $59,228, the median home value is $273,400, and the median age is 34.0.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (91,637 → 97,390).
96,810
Population
3447
People / sq mi
$59,228
Median Income
$273,400
Median Home Value
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Yakima covers 28.1 sq mi of land at 3447 people per square mile.
About Yakima, WA
Remote work is unusually rare in Yakima: 6.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 96,810 residents, Yakima is a city in Washington. It ranks #11 among cities in Washington by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $59,228, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.1% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $273,400, with typical rent around $1,075.
College attainment is 20.8%, below the national 35.0%. Just 6.2% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Yakima city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Yakima city had a population of 91,637 in 2010 and 97,390 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 97,390 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.44%.
97,390
Population (2024)
91,637
Population (2010)
97,390
Peak (2024)
0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 91,637 |
| 2011 | 92,605 |
| 2012 | 92,654 |
| 2013 | 92,713 |
| 2014 | 92,790 |
| 2015 | 92,953 |
| 2016 | 93,429 |
| 2017 | 93,500 |
| 2018 | 93,548 |
| 2019 | 93,637 |
| 2020 | 97,084 |
| 2021 | 96,793 |
| 2022 | 96,622 |
| 2023 | 96,904 |
| 2024 | 97,390 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 53.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$59,228
Median Household Income
$29,027
Per Capita Income
12.1%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$273,400
Median Home Value
$1,075
Median Rent
53.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
78.3%
High School+
20.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
79.4%
Public Transit
6.2%
Work From Home
17.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.3%
Foreign Born
61.2%
Non-English at Home
6.0%
Veterans
16.5%
With Disability
88.0%
Health Insurance
91.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 10.2% |
| Manufacturing | 9.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.2% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yakima, Washington has a population of 96,810 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Yakima, Washington is $59,228, with 12.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Yakima, Washington is $273,400, with median monthly rent at $1,075 and a homeownership rate of 53.5%.
The median age in Yakima, Washington is 34.0 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (91,637 → 97,390).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.