Kent, Washington
Quick Statistics
Kent is a community in King County, Washington, home to about 135,603 people spread across 33.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $45,570 a year, and a typical home is worth about $587,800. About 41.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 47 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, Kent ranks number 6 of 628 in population, number 248 in median household income, number 170 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Kent typically top out near 70°F in July, while January nights average about 32°F. The area sees roughly 42 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | East Hill-Meridian, WA | 2.4 mi. | 29,878 |
| 2. | Lakeland North, WA | 4.8 mi. | 15,950 |
| 3. | Des Moines, WA | 4.9 mi. | 32,823 |
| 4. | Fairwood, WA | 5.2 mi. | 17,856 |
| 5. | Covington, WA | 5.3 mi. | 21,233 |
| 6. | SeaTac, WA | 5.5 mi. | 32,414 |
| 7. | Auburn, WA | 5.8 mi. | 85,676 |
| 8. | Shadow Lake, WA | 6.3 mi. | 2,465 |
What is the population of Kent, Washington?
Kent has a population of about 135,603 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Kent, Washington in?
Kent is located in King County, Washington.
What is the median home value in Kent, Washington?
The median home value in Kent is about $587,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Kent, Washington?
The median personal income in Kent is about $45,570 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Kent, Washington?
Since 1950, 5 tornadoes have been recorded in King County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Kent, Washington?
Typical July highs run about 70 degrees and January lows about 32 degrees, with around 42 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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