Lacey, WA Census Data
The 24th largest city in Washington by population · 26 cities ranked
Lacey is the 24th largest city in Washington by population and ranks 14th of 26 for median household income. With 57,088 residents, its poverty rate of 11.0% ranks among the higher rates in Washington. 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
57,088
48.9% male · 51.1% female
Median Age
37.7
1.0 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$87,277
$8,739 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
32.2%
2.8% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 93.3%
Poverty Rate
11.0%
1.4% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.3%
Broadband Access
95.2%
5.5% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$427,900
Median rent: $1,805 · 57% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.1%
Labor force participation: 53.8%
Per Capita Income
$49,625
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
15.5%
Disability rate: 16.8%
How Lacey Compares to Other Washington Cities
Rankings among all 26 Washington cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 24th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 14th of 26 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 14th of 26 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 14th of 26 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 19th of 26 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Lacey, WA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lacey, WA?
The population of Lacey, WA is 57,088 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.7 years.
What is the median household income in Lacey?
The median household income in Lacey, WA is $87,277, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $49,625.
What is the poverty rate in Lacey?
The poverty rate in Lacey, WA is 11.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Lacey residents have a college degree?
32.2% of adults (25+) in Lacey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.3% 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 Lacey?
The median home value in Lacey, WA is $427,900. Median rent is $1,805 per month, with 57% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Lacey?
Lacey's population is 66.8% White, 6.1% Black, 12.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 10.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Lacey rank among Washington cities?
Lacey is the 24th largest city in Washington by population, the 14th highest for median household income, the 14th lowest for poverty rate, the 14th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 26 ranked Washington cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Lacey?
The unemployment rate in Lacey, WA is 5.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 53.8%. Per capita income is $49,625.
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