Kent, Washington, is a lively city in King County that offers a picturesque blend of parks, lakes, shopping, and dining experiences. Catering to diverse interests, Kent boasts a range of local attractions and recreational opportunities. The city's business-friendly environment provides ample resources for entrepreneurs and established businesses. Additionally, Kent is renowned for its excellent schools, universities, and medical centers, making it an ideal place for families to settle and thrive.
As of 2025 the population of Kent is 143,694. The population is expected to grow to 146,606 by 2030 - a growth rate of 0.40%.
The median age of Kent residents is 37.
The diversity index of Kent is 82.9, meaning that there is a 83% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Kent is $127,348 and projected to be $146,840 in 2030. Per capita income is $43,468, projected to be $49,649 in 2030. 6.04% of households – 8,683 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $1,269,719 and the average disposable income is $99,881.
There are 51,001 housing units in Kent; 26,978 are owner-occupied, 22,033 are rented, and 1,990 are vacant. The average home value is $706,883, with 4,459 homes built in 2010 or later, and 935 built in 1939 or earlier.
62,055 residents both live and work in/around Kent. The average travel time is 30.1 minutes. 1.22% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 2.53% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 46,254 drive alone, 7,358 carpool, and 3,354 take public transportation. 1,476 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 7,640 residents work from home.
24,983 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 11,394 have associates degrees, 23,089 have bachelor’s degrees, and 9,579 hold a graduate or professional degree.
