Washington
#13 in USWestThe Evergreen State Ā· Washington (WA) has a population of 7,812,880 people, making it the #13 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Olympia and the largest city is Seattle.
Population
7.8M
#13 of 51
Area
71,298 miĀ²
184,661 kmĀ²
Density
42/kmĀ²
110/miĀ²
Capital
Olympia
Median Income
$95K
Above national avg
Unemployment
4.5%
National avg: 3.9%
Median Age
38.6
US Share
2.33%
of 335M total
Population Growth
2020 Census
7,705,281
2023 Estimate
7,812,880
Change
+107,599 (+1.4%)
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Economy & Education
- Median Household Income
- $94,605
- Poverty Rate
- 10.3%
- Unemployment Rate
- 4.5%
- Bachelor's Degree+
- 40.5%
Largest Cities in Washington
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Washington?
Washington has a population of 7,812,880 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #13 among all US states by population, representing 2.33% of the total US population.
What is the capital of Washington?
The capital of Washington is Olympia. The largest cities include Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma.
What is the median household income in Washington?
The median household income in Washington is $94,605, above the national average of $77,589.
How fast is Washington growing?
Washington has grown 1.4% since the 2020 Census, from 7,705,281 to 7,812,880.