Yakima, WA Census Data
The 11th largest city in Washington by population · 26 cities ranked
Yakima is the 11th largest city in Washington by population and ranks 26th of 26 for median household income. With 96,810 residents, its poverty rate of 17.0% 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
96,810
49.9% male · 50.1% female
Median Age
34.0
4.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$59,228
$19,310 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
20.8%
14.2% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 78.3%
Poverty Rate
17.0%
4.6% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 12.0%
Broadband Access
91.5%
1.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$273,400
Median rent: $1,075 · 54% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.0%
Labor force participation: 55.3%
Per Capita Income
$36,034
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.0%
Disability rate: 16.5%
How Yakima Compares to Other Washington Cities
Rankings among all 26 Washington cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 11th of 26 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 26th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 25th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 25th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 26th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Yakima, WA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yakima, WA?
The population of Yakima, WA is 96,810 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.0 years.
What is the median household income in Yakima?
The median household income in Yakima, WA is $59,228, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $36,034.
What is the poverty rate in Yakima?
The poverty rate in Yakima, WA is 17.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 12.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Yakima residents have a college degree?
20.8% of adults (25+) in Yakima hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 78.3% 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 Yakima?
The median home value in Yakima, WA is $273,400. Median rent is $1,075 per month, with 54% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Yakima?
Yakima's population is 53.3% White, 1.5% Black, 47.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Yakima rank among Washington cities?
Yakima is the 11th largest city in Washington by population, the 26th highest for median household income, the 25th lowest for poverty rate, the 25th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 26 ranked Washington cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Yakima?
The unemployment rate in Yakima, WA is 8.0%, with a labor force participation rate of 55.3%. Per capita income is $36,034.
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