Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
15%
Kirkland, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,340
Population
60,767
Renter Mix
47% Rent
Seattle suburb boasts plenty of waterfront parks and beaches.
Suburban
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Lakefront
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Quaint
Situated along Lake Washington's shoreline, Kirkland combines waterfront living with city conveniences. Downtown Kirkland features art galleries, restaurants, and lakeside parks where residents can take in water views and enjoy outdoor activities. Current rental trends show steady market conditions, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,321, while two-bedroom units typically command $2,863 per month. The community has experienced modest rent increases across all unit sizes, with year-over-year changes ranging from 1.6% to 2.0%, indicating a stable rental market.
Kirkland connects to both Saint Edward and Bridle Trails State Parks, offering miles of hiking trails and natural spaces. The Kirkland Arts Center, housed in the historic Peter Kirk Building, anchors the city's arts scene. The area serves as home to major employers including Google and Tableau Software, while EvergreenHealth Medical Center provides comprehensive healthcare services. Notable areas include Juanita Beach Park with its swimming area and tennis courts, the developing Totem Lake district, and the Market neighborhood. Northwest University's campus adds to the area's educational resources, while the Cross Kirkland Corridor provides a paved trail connecting neighborhoods throughout the city.
Popular Neighborhoods
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"First Romance" sculpture in Houghton Beach Park
Boats on Lake Washington
Demographics
Median Household Income
$138,230
Average: $165,337
Education
32,070
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
34,006
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Kirkland has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
47%
Non-Renters
53%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
49%
Other Education
51%
Rent Trends
As of September 2026, the average apartment rent in Kirkland, WA is $1,808 for a studio, $2,340 for one bedroom, $2,892 for two bedrooms, and $3,559 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kirkland has increased by 2.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,340/month
719 Sq Ft
House
$4,861/month
1,939 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,351/month
854 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,935/month
1,223 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Kirkland, WA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
573 Students
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
552 Students
Public
Grades K-5
520 Students
Public
Grades K-5
69 Students
Public
Grades K-5
626 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
796 Students
Environmental & Adventure School
Public
Grades 6-8
142 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
652 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
641 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,015 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,810 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
61 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
516 Students
Lake Washington Technical Academy
Public
Grades 9-12
253 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Juanita Bay Park
- Willows Creek Neighborhood Park
- Bridle Trails State Park
- Grass Lawn Community Park
- Spiritbrook Neighborhood Park
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Seattle Paine Field International
- 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 September 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.