Looking for a modular home builder in Yelm, WA? Describe your project once and up to three modular home builders who work in Yelm and Thurston County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Yelm is home to about 11,715 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+9.9% since 2020). With 2,015 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Rural lots and replacements of older homes here are good fits for modular construction.
Yelm at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 11,715 (+9.9% since 2020)
- Rank in Washington
- 84th of 281 cities and towns
- Land area
- 5.8 sq mi
- Population density
- 2,015 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Yelm city)
- Main county
- Thurston County
What to check before hiring in Yelm
- Code: in Washington, modular homes are built to the state or local building code.
- Site work: foundation, utilities, crane access and finishes must be in the quote.
- Access: delivery trucks and cranes need road and lot access.
- Price drivers: size, finishes, transport distance and site work.
Useful official resources
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Modular Home Builders Association
Official information and guidance.
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ICC: International Code Council
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Yelm
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Modular home
Factory-built modular home delivered and set on a site-built foundation, with finish work.
Frequently asked questions in Yelm
How much does a modular home cost in Yelm, WA?
It depends on size, finishes, transport and site work. Describe your project: builders who serve Yelm reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a few months from order to move-in.
Can I customize the design?
Most modular builders offer customizable plans.
Which modular home builders will contact me?
Up to three independent modular home builders who serve Yelm and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.