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Cost of living in Lake Tapps summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lake Tapps. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Washington. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lake Tapps is 149 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lake Tapps is 1.5x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Lake Tapps is $790,284.
The median income in Lake Tapps is $148,005.
Lake Tapps's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lake Tapps Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lake Tapps | Washington | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 149 | 120 | 100 |
| Services | 106 | 108 | 100 |
| Groceries | 110 | 108 | 100 |
| Health | 231 | 137 | 100 |
| Housing | 113 | 111 | 100 |
| Transportation | 116 | 111 | 100 |
| Utilities | 110 | 110 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lake Tapps, WA Weather
The average high in Lake Tapps is 59.9° and the average low is 42.5°.
There are 103.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.6 inches of precipitation each year with 9.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lake Tapps |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 59.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 103.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 9.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Lake Tapps Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lake Tapps
The current population in Lake Tapps is 12,798. The population has increased 13.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,798 | 3.5% |
| 2023 | 12,360 | 1.3% |
| 2022 | 12,196 | -3.0% |
| 2021 | 12,570 | 3.6% |
| 2020 | 12,129 | -5.5% |
| 2019 | 12,838 | 0.5% |
| 2018 | 12,771 | -2.4% |
| 2017 | 13,091 | 0.5% |
| 2016 | 13,030 | 2.5% |
| 2015 | 12,710 | 3.3% |
| 2014 | 12,306 | 0.9% |
| 2013 | 12,202 | 2.8% |
| 2012 | 11,870 | 3.5% |
| 2011 | 11,474 | 1.8% |
| 2010 | 11,274 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lake Tapps
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Lake Tapps is:
79.5% White with 10,175 White residents.
0.3% African American with 32 African American residents.
0.3% American Indian with 41 American Indian residents.
5.5% Asian with 701 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 16 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 40 Other residents.
5.3% Two Or More with 679 Two Or More residents.
8.7% Hispanic with 1,114 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lake Tapps | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 79.5% | 63.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.3% | 3.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 5.5% | 9.7% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.3% | 6.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 8.7% | 14.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lake Tapps
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Lake Tapps is 49.2% female with 6,300 female residents.
Lake Tapps is 50.8% male with 6,498 male residents.
| Gender | Lake Tapps | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 49.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lake Tapps for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed 9-12th grade.
20.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed some college.
12.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed associate's degree.
27.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed bachelor's degree.
12.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Lake Tapps completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lake Tapps | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 20.0% | 22.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 21.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 12.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 27.0% | 24.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 12.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lake Tapps, Washington
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2.8% of households in Lake Tapps earn Less than $10,000.
0.9% of households in Lake Tapps earn $10,000 to $14,999.
1.3% of households in Lake Tapps earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.4% of households in Lake Tapps earn $25,000 to $34,999.
4.8% of households in Lake Tapps earn $35,000 to $49,999.
8.2% of households in Lake Tapps earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.3% of households in Lake Tapps earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.2% of households in Lake Tapps earn $100,000 to $149,999.
15.7% of households in Lake Tapps earn $150,000 to $199,999.
33.4% of households in Lake Tapps earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lake Tapps | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.8% | 3.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.9% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1.3% | 4.6% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.4% | 5.0% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4.8% | 8.2% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8.2% | 14.1% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.3% | 12.4% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.2% | 19.2% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.7% | 11.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 33.4% | 18.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
