Tukwila, WA, offers various recreational activities, from the annual Seafair Festival to its proximity to destinations like Kent-Des Moines Park & Ride. Whether seeking genuine sightseeing experiences or larger-scale events in nearby Seattle, Tukwila provides the perfect balance.
As of 2024 the population of Tukwila is 22,323. The population is expected to grow to 22,954 by 2029 - a growth rate of 0.56%.
The median age of Tukwila residents is 37.
The diversity index of Tukwila is 85.4, meaning that there is a 85% 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 Tukwila is $100,201 and projected to be $121,939 in 2029. Per capita income is $36,682, projected to be $44,194 in 2029. 2.81% of households – 628 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $622,586 and the average disposable income is $80,104.
There are 8,715 housing units in Tukwila; 3,643 are owner-occupied, 4,523 are rented, and 549 are vacant. The average home value is $661,599, with 684 homes built in 2010 or later, and 863 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 2,300 businesses in Tukwila, employing 36,116 workers and pulling from a labor force of 12,014 age 16 and above. 484 workers commute into Tukwila from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
11,488 residents both live and work in/around Tukwila. The average travel time is 26.8 minutes. 0.22% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 2.33% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 7,952 drive alone, 1,248 carpool, and 1,284 take public transportation. 262 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 1,050 residents work from home.
4,411 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 1,626 have associates degrees, 2,919 have bachelor’s degrees, and 1,564 hold a graduate or professional degree.
