Lynnwood

Lynnwood

lynnwood waLynnwood has a rich history of steady growth and strong entrepreneurial spirit. Lynnwood is located where Interstates 5 and 405 intersect, equidistant from Seattle (16 miles), Bellevue (19 miles) and Everett (13 miles) and serves a large, growing trade area and workforce.

With a competitive tax structure, quality office space and educated work force, the Lynnwood area is a desirable business location. A diverse core of businesses includes, professional services, F.I.R.E., aerospace, bioscience and information technology.

Lynnwood is a Regional Growth Center designated to accommodate projected employment and residential development in South Snohomish County. Alderwood Mall draws shoppers from far and wide with 175 upscale stores, restaurants, and a state of the art 16-screen cinema. The lodging and hospitality sector is strong providing a convenient location within the Central Puget Sound area. The Lynnwood City Center is becoming a vibrant commercial center and an appealing place to live, work and play. There are a wide range of projects completed or underway intended to significantly upgrade the city’s transportation network, add new public spaces and parks, build housing, improve cultural attractions, create a pedestrian-friendly environment, and enhance livability in Lynnwood’s City Center. The City is currently working with Sound Transit on the planning and design for the Lynnwood Link Extension, which will bring Light Rail Transit to Lynnwood mid-2024.

Lynnwood residents enjoy a unique quality of life, filled with many amenities. Edmonds Public School District is highly regarded and has served Lynnwood since the City’s incorporation in 1959. Edmonds College is located in Lynnwood and hosts the Central Washington State University’s Lynnwood Center. Year- round recreational options include a municipal golf course, 22 city parks, public tennis and basketball courts, sports fields, and the Lynnwood Recreation Center featuring 5 swimming pools, 2 water slides, a water playground and a 3,000-square foot cardio/weight room. Lynnwood provides a great deal more for residents, businesses, and visitors!

Distance From

  • Work:
    • Everett:20 minutes
    • Bellevue: 30 minutes
    • Seattle: 30 minutes
  • Skiing: 40 minutes
  • Boating: 15 minutes

K-12 School District

Edmonds School District

Major Employers

  • Comcast
  • Pemco
  • Zumiez
  • Receivables Performance Management
  • Nordstrom
  • Macy’s
  • Fred Meyer
  • Edmonds School District
  • Edmonds Community College
  • City of Lynnwood

Population

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Population

Population 2000 2010 2026 2031
Lynnwood 34,051 35,841 43,172 45,340

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Population by Age

Population 2026
0-4 2,133
5-9 2,277
10-14 2,449
15-19 2,481
20-24 2,612
25-29 2,952
30-34 3,121
35-39 3,221
40-44 3,190
45-49 2,719
50-54 2,528
55-59 2,507
60-64 2,637
65-69 2,386
70-74 2,177
75-79 1,662
80-84 1,013
85+ 1,107
18+ 34,896
Median Age 41

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Population by Race

Lynnwood 2026
Total 43,172.00
White Alone 45.29%
Black Alone 8.36%
American Indian Alone 1.04%
Asian Alone 25.17%
Pacific Islander Alone 0.71%
Some Other Race 8.39%
Two or More Races 11.05%
Hispanic Origin 16.27%
Diversity Index 78.50

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Growth Rate

Lynnwood 2026 - 2031
Population 0.98%
Households 1.20%
Families 0.99%
Median Household Income 4%
Per Capita Income 3%

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

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Housing

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Households

Population 2000 2010 2026 2031
Households 13,397 14,108 17,350 18,414
Housing Units 13,876 14,940 18,337 19,351
Owner Occupied Units 8,164 8,601
Renter Occupied Units 9,186 9,813
Vacant Units 987 937

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Home Value

Lynnwood 2026 2031
Median Home Value $727,422 $814,115
Average Home Value $735,082 $835,825
<$50,000 147 43
$50,000 - $99,999 13 5
$100,000 - $149,999 69 47
$150,000 - $199,999 57 9
$200,000 - $249,999 120 51
$250,000 - $299,999 140 12
$300,000 - $399,999 195 43
$400,000 - $499,999 440 418
$500,000 - $749,999 3,189 2,650
$1,000,000 + 640 1,122

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Housing Year Built

Year Range Houses Built
2010 or Later 1,356
2000-2009 1,462
1990-1999 2,594
1980-1989 2,027
1970-1979 3,042
1960-1969 3,755
1950-1959 1,794
1940-1949 147
1939 or Before 208

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

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Income

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Income

Lynnwood 2026 2031
Median Household $85,670 $103,013
Average Household $122,913 $144,367
Per Capita $49,701 $58,929

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Household Income

Lynnwood 2026
<$15,000 1,808
$15,000 - $24,999 971
$25,000 - $34,999 909
$35,000 - $49,999 1,445
$50,000 - $74,999 2,547
$75,000 - $99,999 2,024
$100,000 - $149,999 3,002
$150,000 - $199,999 1,555
$200,000+ 3,089

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

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Employees

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Commute

Category Commuters
Workers 16+ 19,260
In-County Residents 11,364
Out-of-County Residents 7,839
Drive Alone 12,346
Carpooled 1,668
Public Transport 1,678
Work at Home 2,932
Motorcycle 13
Bicycle 138
Walked 328
Other 139
Less than 5 minutes 286
5-9 minutes 1,281
10-14 minutes 1,751
15-19 minutes 1,925
20-24 minutes 2,121
25-29 minutes 1,156
30-34 minutes 3,213
35-39 minutes 899
40-44 minutes 504
45-59 minutes 1,227
60-89 minutes 1,360
90+ minutes 605
Average Travel Time 30

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Employees by NAICS

Category Number
Total Employees 27,491
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt 4
Mining 9
Utilities 15
Construction 1,865
Manufacturing 779
Wholesale Trade 803
   
Retail Trade 6,996
   
Transportation/Warehouse 424
Information 423
   
Finance & Insurance 974
   
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing 958
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv 1,721
Legal Services 269
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises 32
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt 768
Educational Services 1,926
HealthCare/Social Assist 2,837
Arts/Entertainment/Rec 697
   
Accommodation/Food Srvcs 3,636
   
Other Srv excl Pub Admin 1,473
Auto Repair/Maintenance 371
Public Administration Emp 1,134

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Educational Attainment (25+)

Lynnwood 2026
<9th Grade 1,082
Some High School 1,591
GED 938
Graduated High School 5,277
Some College/No Degree 6,100
Associates Degree 4,126
Bachelor's Degree 7,120
Graduate Degree 4,986

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

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Businesses

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Businesses by NAICS

Category Number
Total Businesses 2,329
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus 1
Mining Bus 1
Utilities Bus 1
Construction Bus 159
Manufacturing Bus 72
Wholesale Trade Bus 59
   
Retail Trade Bus 420
   
Transportation/Warehouse Bus 32
Information Bus 38
   
Finance & Insurance Bus 157
   
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus 102
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus 222
Legal Services Bus 57
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus 2
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus 69
Educational Services Bus 55
HealthCare/Social Assist Bus 278
Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus 44
   
Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus 229
   
Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus 282
Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus 55
Public Administration Bus 37

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

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