Olympia, WA Census Data
The 25th largest city in Washington by population · 26 cities ranked
Olympia is the 25th largest city in Washington by population and ranks 20th of 26 for median household income. With 55,583 residents, its poverty rate of 14.8% 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
55,583
49.0% male · 51.0% female
Median Age
39.2
0.5 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$76,930
$1,608 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
50.0%
15.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 96.5%
Poverty Rate
14.8%
2.4% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.7%
Broadband Access
97.8%
8.1% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$457,900
Median rent: $1,509 · 49% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
Labor force participation: 57.6%
Per Capita Income
$46,487
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.4%
Disability rate: 17.3%
How Olympia Compares to Other Washington Cities
Rankings among all 26 Washington cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 25th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 20th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 24th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 7th of 26 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 16th of 26 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Olympia, WA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Olympia, WA?
The population of Olympia, WA is 55,583 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 39.2 years.
What is the median household income in Olympia?
The median household income in Olympia, WA is $76,930, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $46,487.
What is the poverty rate in Olympia?
The poverty rate in Olympia, WA is 14.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Olympia residents have a college degree?
50.0% of adults (25+) in Olympia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 96.5% 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 Olympia?
The median home value in Olympia, WA is $457,900. Median rent is $1,509 per month, with 49% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Olympia?
Olympia's population is 75.9% White, 2.6% Black, 10.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Olympia rank among Washington cities?
Olympia is the 25th largest city in Washington by population, the 20th highest for median household income, the 24th lowest for poverty rate, the 7th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 26 ranked Washington cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Olympia?
The unemployment rate in Olympia, WA is 6.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.6%. Per capita income is $46,487.
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