Renton, Washington

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
105,355
Population
$92,292
Median Income
$576,800
Home Value
36.1
Median Age

Demographics

Renton has a population of 105,355 with a median age of 36.1. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
45.6%
Asian
26.2%
Hispanic
14.8%
Black
8.4%
Other
5.0%
Demographic Value
Total Population105,355
Median Age36.1
White45.6%
Black or African American8.4%
Asian26.2%
Hispanic or Latino14.8%
Other / Two or More Races5.0%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Renton is $92,292, which is 22.8% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $47,060. The poverty rate is 7.9%.

$92,292
Median Household Income
$47,060
Per Capita Income
7.9%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Renton is 4.2%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Renton, 89.9% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 36.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12.5% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
89.9%
Bachelor's+
36.9%
Graduate+
12.5%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher89.9%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher36.9%
Graduate or Professional Degree12.5%

Housing

The median home value in Renton is $576,800, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,864. The homeownership rate is 53.6%.

$576,800
Median Home Value
$1,864/mo
Median Rent
53.6%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$576,800
Median Monthly Rent$1,864
Homeownership Rate53.6%
Vacancy Rate4.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Renton, Washington?
The population of Renton, Washington is 105,355 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Renton, Washington?
The median household income in Renton, Washington is $92,292. This is 22.8% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Renton, Washington?
The median home value in Renton, Washington is $576,800. The median monthly rent is $1,864.
What percentage of people in Renton have a college degree?
In Renton, Washington, 36.9% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.9% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Renton, Washington an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Renton, Washington is 6.2x (median home value $576,800 vs. median income $92,292), making it relatively expensive by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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