What are the schools like in Lynnwood, WA?

Lynnwood is served primarily by Edmonds School District. The district operates 24 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 7 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.7:1.

What is the median household income in Lynnwood?

The median household income in Lynnwood, WA is $72,241 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.

What is the weather like in Lynnwood, WA?

Lynnwood has an average high temperature of 45.8°F in January and 72.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 3.8 inches.

Lynnwood, WA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Lynnwood, WA affordable or expensive?

Lynnwood's cost of living index is 113, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lynnwood is 13% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $596,200 and the median rent is $1,611 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Lynnwood, WA?

Lynnwood has a violent crime rate of 264.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 6064.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lynnwood, WA a Good Place to Live?

Lynnwood is a small city of 39,867 in Washington, with a median household income of $72,241 and a 4.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 113 (US average = 100), which is 13% above the national average.

Strengths: Lynnwood's profile is close to national averages across most measures.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, a higher-than-average crime index. Whether Lynnwood is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lynnwood city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 113.0

Lynnwood's overall cost of living index is 113.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lynnwood costs roughly 13% more than the average American city.

Metric	Lynnwood, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$596,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,611	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$72,241	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Lynnwood's violent crime rate is 264.2 per 100,000 residents — 30% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

264.2 /100k

Property Crime

6064.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Lynnwood is served primarily by Edmonds School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.7:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lynnwood, WA	National Avg
School District	Edmonds School District	—
Elementary Schools	24	—
Middle Schools	4	—
High Schools	7	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	30.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lynnwood sees average highs of 45.8°F in January and 72.3°F in July, with 45.2 inches of annual precipitation and 3.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lynnwood, WA
Average High — January	45.8°F
Average High — July	72.3°F
Annual Precipitation	45.2"
Annual Snowfall	3.8"

Demographics

Metric	Lynnwood, WA	National Avg
Population	39,867	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	54.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.6%	18.9%
Asian	18.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.4%	22.2%
65 and over	17.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Alderwood Manor, WA 2 mi North Lynnwood, WA 2 mi Mountlake Terrace, WA 2 mi Larch Way, WA 2 mi Meadowdale, WA 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Lynnwood

Lynnwood, WA is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

98036 98037

Lynnwood vs Other Cities

Lynnwood, WA vs Alderwood Manor, WA Lynnwood, WA vs North Lynnwood, WA Lynnwood, WA vs Mountlake Terrace, WA Lynnwood, WA vs Larch Way, WA Lynnwood, WA vs Meadowdale, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lynnwood, WA affordable or expensive?

Lynnwood's cost of living index is 113, where 100 is the national average. That puts Lynnwood roughly 13% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $596,200 and median rent is $1,611/month.

What is the crime rate in Lynnwood, WA?

Lynnwood's violent crime rate is 264.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 6064.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lynnwood?

Public schools in Lynnwood are operated by Edmonds School District. The district has 24 elementary, 4 middle, and 7 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.7:1. 30.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lynnwood, WA a good place to live?

Lynnwood, WA has a population of 39,867, a median household income of $72,241, and an unemployment rate of 4.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lynnwood?

Lynnwood averages 45.8°F in January and 72.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.2 inches with about 3.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lynnwood?

Lynnwood, WA is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 98036, 98037.

What is the population of Lynnwood?

The population of Lynnwood, Washington is 39,867 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lynnwood?

Key numbers for living in Lynnwood: cost of living index 113 (100 = US average), median home $596,200, median household income $72,241, crime index 157 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lynnwood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.