Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
14%
Bonney Lake, WA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,887
Population
22,915
Renter Mix
19% Rent
Savor recreational opportunities in scenic Pierce County
Suburban
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Scenic
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Active
Situated above the Puyallup River Valley, Bonney Lake boasts scenic views of Lake Tapps and Mount Rainier. Bonney Lake residents enjoy a small-town feel along with ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Bonney Lake is home to three lakes, including its namesake Lake Bonney in the center of town, Lake Deborah Jane, and Lake Tapps—the largest recreational lake in Pierce County. Residents bask in the many options for fishing, boating, and swimming afforded by these lakes.
Getting active in Bonney Lake doesn’t stop with the lakes. Several parks in town provide additional space for recreation as well. Allan Yorke Park is a mainstay in Bonney Lake, with numerous walking trails, sports fields, picnic shelters, a skate park, and a boat launch on Lake Tapps. Victor Falls Park offers trails leading up to a 70-foot waterfall at the southern edge of town.
The Bonney Lake community comes together for a variety of events, such as Concerts in the Park, Kids Club, Outdoor Movies, and the annual Bonney Lake Days Celebration. Residents also gather at the many shopping centers and restaurants in Bonney Lake. State Route 410 connects Bonney Lake residents with the nearby city centers of Tacoma and Seattle.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$112,332
Average: $131,831
Education
5,261
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
12,211
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Bonney Lake has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
19%
Non-Renters
81%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Bonney Lake, WA is $1,887 for one bedroom, $1,840 for two bedrooms, and $2,336 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bonney Lake has increased by 7.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,887/month
711 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Bonney Lake, WA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
487 Students
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
487 Students
Donald Eismann Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
712 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
443 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
443 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
847 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
723 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,636 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Rainier View Park
- Lake Tapps Park
- Loyalty Park
- Confluence Trail
- Puyallup Riverfront Trail
Military Bases
Airports
- Seattle-Tacoma International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.