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Bothell West, WA
Census-designated place in Snohomish County, Washington. ZIP codes: 98021, 98036.
Population
22,029
Land area
4.1sq mi
People per sq mi
5,311
ZIP codes
2
Bothell West and its ZIP codes
Bothell West at a glance
- Bothell West is about 45 times as dense as Washington as a whole.
- By population, it ranks 65th among 628 cities and towns in Washington.
- The median household income is $153,449, 56% above the Washington median of $98,141.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $824,900 (46% above Washington) and median rent is $2,511 a month.
Local data for Bothell West, WA
Counts from official public data
Housing and community stats
Bothell West, WA, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$153,449
Poverty rate
3.0%
Median home value
$824,900
Median rent
$2,511/mo
Homeownership
78.6%
Bachelor's or higher
56.2%
Median age
38.0
Average commute
31.8 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: German Americans (2,612), Indian Americans (2,178), Mexican Americans (1,765).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Snohomish County. PPP loans are for Bothell West.
Unemployment rate
4.8%
Aug 2026, 0.0 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$84,350
299,062 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$78,447
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$4.7B
FY 2026, $5,716 per person
How people get to work
Bothell West, WA, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone59.2%
- Carpooled9.0%
- Public transit3.4%
- Walked0.6%
- Bicycle0.1%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.3%
- Worked from home27.4%
Average one-way commute: 31.8 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Bothell West, WA, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Top: landslide
Storm events since 1996
49
Countywide, mostly flood
Flood insurance policies
1,769
0.7% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
72° / 37°F
33.4 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Bothell West, WA, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
27.9%
U.S. 33.3% -5.4 pts
Diabetes
7.6%
U.S. 12.1% -4.5 pts
Smoking
8.3%
U.S. 12.8% -4.5 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
6.1%
U.S. 11.1% -5.0 pts
ZIP codes in Bothell West
2 in or overlapping Bothell West. Population shown
Cities near Bothell West
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| BrierCity | 1.1 mi | 2.2 |
| Alderwood ManorCensus-designated place | 1.2 mi | 1.9 |
| Mountlake TerraceCity | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| LynnwoodCity | 3 mi | 7.9 |
| Larch WayCensus-designated place | 3.1 mi | 1.1 |
| BothellCity | 3.2 mi | 13.6 |
| North LynnwoodCensus-designated place | 3.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Bothell EastCensus-designated place | 3.4 mi | 2.1 |
| Martha LakeCensus-designated place | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Lake Forest ParkCity | 3.5 mi | 3.5 |
| KenmoreCity | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Mill Creek EastCensus-designated place | 3.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Mill CreekCity | 4.5 mi | 4.6 |
| EsperanceCensus-designated place | 4.5 mi | 0.7 |
| MeadowdaleCensus-designated place | 4.7 mi | 1.1 |
| EdmondsCity | 5 mi | 8.9 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Bothell West, WA in?
- Bothell West is in Snohomish County, Washington.
- What ZIP codes are in Bothell West, WA?
- ZIP codes in or overlapping Bothell West include 98021, 98036.
- What is the population of Bothell West, WA?
- About 22,029 people live in Bothell West, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Bothell West?
- Nearby places include Brier (1.1 mi), Alderwood Manor (1.2 mi), Mountlake Terrace (2.7 mi), Lynnwood (3 mi), Larch Way (3.1 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023