What are the schools like in North Lynnwood, WA?

North Lynnwood is served primarily by Mukilteo School District. The district operates 13 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 5 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.1:1.

What is the median household income in North Lynnwood?

The median household income in North Lynnwood, WA is $89,944 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.6%.

What is the weather like in North Lynnwood, WA?

North Lynnwood has an average high temperature of 45.8°F in January and 72.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 3.8 inches.

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

Q: Is North Lynnwood, WA affordable or expensive?

North Lynnwood's cost of living index is 113, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Lynnwood is 13% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $514,900 and the median rent is $1,993 per month.

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

North Lynnwood has a violent crime rate of 181.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1911.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Lynnwood, WA a Good Place to Live?

North Lynnwood is a small city of 24,235 in Washington, with a median household income of $89,944 and a 3.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 113 (US average = 100), which is 13% above the national average.

Strengths: North Lynnwood stands out for solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population.

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

All North 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

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

Metric	North Lynnwood, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$514,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,993	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	44.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$89,944	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

North Lynnwood's violent crime rate is 181.6 per 100,000 residents — 52% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

181.6 /100k

Property Crime

1911.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

North Lynnwood is served primarily by Mukilteo School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Lynnwood, WA	National Avg
School District	Mukilteo School District	—
Elementary Schools	13	—
Middle Schools	4	—
High Schools	5	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	39.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Lynnwood sees average highs of 45.8°F in January and 72.3°F in July, with 33.4 inches of annual precipitation and 3.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Lynnwood, WA
Average High — January	45.8°F
Average High — July	72.3°F
Annual Precipitation	33.4"
Annual Snowfall	3.8"

Demographics

Metric	North Lynnwood, WA	National Avg
Population	24,235	—
Median Age	32.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	48.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	18.4%	18.9%
Asian	16.8%	6.3%
Under 18	21.0%	22.2%
65 and over	7.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in North Lynnwood

North Lynnwood, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

98087

North Lynnwood vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Lynnwood, WA affordable or expensive?

North Lynnwood's cost of living index is 113, where 100 is the national average. That puts North Lynnwood roughly 13% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $514,900 and median rent is $1,993/month.

What is the crime rate in North Lynnwood, WA?

North Lynnwood's violent crime rate is 181.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1911.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Lynnwood?

Public schools in North Lynnwood are operated by Mukilteo School District. The district has 13 elementary, 4 middle, and 5 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.1:1. 39.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Lynnwood, WA a good place to live?

North Lynnwood, WA has a population of 24,235, a median household income of $89,944, and an unemployment rate of 3.6%. 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 North Lynnwood?

North Lynnwood averages 45.8°F in January and 72.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.4 inches with about 3.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Lynnwood?

North Lynnwood, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 98087.

What is the population of North Lynnwood?

The population of North Lynnwood, Washington is 24,235 with a median age of 32.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Lynnwood?

Key numbers for living in North Lynnwood: cost of living index 113 (100 = US average), median home $514,900, median household income $89,944, crime index 65 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Lynnwood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.