About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Seattle population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Seattle across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2023, the population of Seattle was 755,078, a 0.79% increase year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Seattle population was 749,134, an increase of 2.37% compared to a population of 731,757 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Seattle increased by 190,969. In this period, the peak population was 755,078 in the year 2023. The numbers suggest that the population has not reached its peak yet and is showing a trend of further growth. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2023

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2023)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Seattle is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Seattle population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Seattle Population by Year. You can refer the same here

Chart and table of population level and growth rate for the Seattle metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Census 2020 blocks with the Washington State Office of Financial Management Small Area Estimates Program (SAEP) estimates. Enhanced with City of Seattle council districts and growth management areas.PLEASE BE AWARE, the urban village and comprehensive plan area designations are subject to change annually.Estimates are annual April, 1 for the 2010-202X with the most current year added Q4 of that year.(SAEP) estimates are meant to provide a consistent set of small area population and housing data for statewide applications. SAEP estimates are generated by the Washington State Office of Financial Management for census areas and other areas of statewide significance.Before using the SAEP estimates, please see the SAEP User Guide to gain a better understanding of the data and methods behind the estimates as well as limitations in their use. For more specific information about the 2020 data release, please see the User Notes and Errata document.Please note that SAEP estimates are NOT the official state population estimates used for revenue distribution and program administration related to cities and counties. Users interested in city and county estimates should see the state's official April 1 population estimates program.

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2020 census geography including tracts for the city of Seattle, King County, Washington. Excludes partial tracts with very small populations within the city limits along the southern border of the city.

2020 census blocks for the City of Seattle.Includes assignment of Seattle Community Reporting Areas (CRA-53), Community Reporting Area Groups (neighborhood roll up-13), Council Districts (7) for both the boundaries 2013-2023 and current 2024 boundaries, and Urban Villages. Urban Village assignments subject to change based on future planning areas.Water blocks are included due to population and housing in over-water structures including houseboats and live-a-boards.