Welcome to Bonney Lake!

Children Playing at Cedarview Park   Bonney lake Statue with birds  Kayak on Lake Tapps

Thinking of moving to Bonney Lake?

 Please check out our  tour video for Bonney Lake.

10 Great reasons to move to Bonney Lake:

  1. Low crime rate (per the WA Association of Sheriffs & Police Chiefs Annual Report).
  2. Home to excellent schools in the Sumner- Bonney Lake and White River School Districts (see
    greatschools.com).
  3. An array of housing options including lakeside, hillside, valley, hilltop, mountain views, forested,
    secluded, tract, and others—in many price
    categories.
  4. Gateway to Mount Rainier National Park and many outdoor recreational opportunities in the
    nearby rivers, lakes, and Cascade Mountains.
  5. With a population just over 20,500, Bonney Lake maintains a small town feel but is big enough to have most of the necessary amenities.
  6. Shop and dine locally at national chains and small businesses limiting trips into further and more crowded locations.
  7. Three lakes offer fishing, swimming, boating and other opportunities; parks, ball fields, sidewalks, and trails support a wide range of sports and an active lifestyle.
  8. Numerous community events, such as Tunes @ Tapps, Kids Club, and Bonney Lake Days bring the City together.
  9. A committed City staff eager to keep your City clean, safe, and welcoming!
  10. Easy access to Seattle and Tacoma via State Route 410 or from the Bonney Lake Park & Ride Transit Center that connects to the Sounder Train.

 Population:
​The following shows the population for each Census year (every 10 years) for the City of Bonney Lake since the City was incorporated in 1949:

2010: 17,374
2000: 9,687
1990: 7,494
1980: 5,328
1970: 2,700
1960: 645
1950: 275