Auburn, WA Census Data
The 14th largest city in Washington by population · 26 cities ranked
Auburn is the 14th largest city in Washington by population and ranks 10th of 26 for median household income. With 85,455 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 19 other Washington cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
85,455
50.0% male · 50.0% female
Median Age
35.7
3.0 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$95,367
$16,829 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
27.0%
8.0% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 88.4%
Poverty Rate
7.6%
4.8% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 8.4%
Broadband Access
97.7%
8.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$510,400
Median rent: $1,713 · 61% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
Labor force participation: 66.1%
Per Capita Income
$51,329
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.0%
Disability rate: 12.1%
How Auburn Compares to Other Washington Cities
Rankings among all 26 Washington cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 14th of 26 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 10th of 26 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 7th of 26 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 20th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 13th of 26 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Auburn, WA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Auburn, WA?
The population of Auburn, WA is 85,455 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.7 years.
What is the median household income in Auburn?
The median household income in Auburn, WA is $95,367, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $51,329.
What is the poverty rate in Auburn?
The poverty rate in Auburn, WA is 7.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 8.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Auburn residents have a college degree?
27.0% of adults (25+) in Auburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 88.4% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Auburn?
The median home value in Auburn, WA is $510,400. Median rent is $1,713 per month, with 61% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Auburn?
Auburn's population is 53.3% White, 7.5% Black, 18.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 11.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Auburn rank among Washington cities?
Auburn is the 14th largest city in Washington by population, the 10th highest for median household income, the 7th lowest for poverty rate, the 20th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 26 ranked Washington cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Auburn?
The unemployment rate in Auburn, WA is 5.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 66.1%. Per capita income is $51,329.
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