Washington Population, Demographics & 2020 Census Data
Washington has 7.7 million residents according to the 2020 U.S. Census. Median household income is $94,952, with a 9.9% poverty rate and a median age of 38.2 years. 38.8% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher (92.2% have a high school diploma or higher).
Updated: 2026-07-27 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
7.7 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
38.2 years
0.5 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$94,952
$16,414 above national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
38.8%
3.8% above national avg
HS diploma or higher: 92.2%
Poverty Rate
9.9%
2.5% below national avg
Uninsured: 6.4%
Broadband Access
93.0% of households
3.3% above national avg
What is the total population of Washington?
Washington has 7.7 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Washington?
The median age in Washington is 38.2 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Washington?
The median household income in Washington is $94,952. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Washington have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Washington, 92.2% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 38.8% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Washington?
In Washington, the poverty rate is 9.9% and the uninsured rate is 6.4%.
How many households in Washington have broadband?
In Washington, broadband access is 93.0% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
Connect with Your State Leaders in Washington
Meet the key players in Washington's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Washington.
Bob FergusonGovernorDemocraticThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Steve HobbsSecretary of StateDemocraticOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Laurie JinkinsSpeaker of the HouseDemocraticLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Washington Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Washington sends 2 Senators and 10 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 8 seats are up for election in 2026.
Maria CantwellU.S. SenateDemocraticWon 2018 with 58.4%
Patty MurrayU.S. SenateDemocraticWon 2016 with 59.0%
Suzan DelBeneU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 1DemocraticWon 2024 with 63.0%Up in 2026
Rick LarsenU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 2DemocraticWon 2024 with 63.8%Up in 2026
Marie Gluesenkamp PérezU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 3Democratic
Dan NewhouseU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 52.0%Up in 2026
Michael BaumgartnerU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 5RepublicanWon 2024 with 60.6%Up in 2026
Emily RandallU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 6DemocraticWon 2024 with 56.7%Up in 2026
Pramila JayapalU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 7DemocraticWon 2024 with 83.9%Up in 2026
Kim SchrierU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 8DemocraticWon 2024 with 54.0%Up in 2026
D. Adam SmithU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 9Democratic
Marilyn StricklandU.S. House • Washington U.S. House Washington District 10DemocraticWon 2024 with 58.5%Up in 2026
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Washington Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Washington (2020)?
Washington has 7.7 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Washington?
The median age in Washington is 38.2 years.
What is the median household income in Washington?
The median household income in Washington is $94,952.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Washington?
In Washington, the poverty rate is 9.9% and the uninsured rate is 6.4%.
How many households in Washington have broadband?
In Washington, broadband access is 93.0% of households.