Alderton CDP, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Alderton CDP, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Alderton CDP, Washington has a total population of 2,857, the 269th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $95,802, which is about average than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 11.2% is notably above the national average.

Alderton CDP Quick Facts

Population 2,857

Median Household Income $95,802

Median Home Value $486,000

Poverty Rate 11.5%

Unemployment Rate 11.2%

Median Age 45.5 years

Homeownership Rate 78.7%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.3%

High School Graduation Rate 87.8%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 2,857 269th of 631

Median Income $95,802 above average

Poverty Rate 11.5% 7% lower national

Median Home Value $486,000 above average

How Alderton CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Alderton CDP

$95,802

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Alderton CDP

$486,000

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.2%

$25K-$50K 19.9%

$50K-$100K 27.6%

$100K+ 44.3%

Employment

11.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

65.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.7%

Renter 21.3%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.7%

18-34

19.5%

35-54

25.9%

55-74

30.4%

75+

8.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Alderton CDP Rankings in Washington

#269 Population of 631

#213 Median Income of 631

#504 Education of 631

#207 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Alderton CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Eatonville town	2,843	$93,603	$413,700	17.8%	7.1%
Port Ludlow CDP	2,979	$92,245	$590,500	53.6%	13.0%
Kalama city	2,996	$103,438	$428,000	18.8%	11.8%
Desert Aire CDP	2,953	$83,482	$434,600	26.3%	6.4%
Kingston CDP	2,585	$99,345	$448,600	42.2%	8.2%

Population Overview

Alderton CDP is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 2,857. It ranks as the 269th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Alderton CDP is 45.5 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Alderton CDP is $95,802. This is about average than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 11.2%. This is 126% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $486,000. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 78.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Alderton CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 23.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (23.3% vs 14.1%). The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 38.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Alderton CDP, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 631 Census-designated places in Washington. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Alderton CDP, Washington?

Alderton CDP, Washington has a population of 2,857 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Alderton CDP, WA?

The median household income in Alderton CDP is $95,802, which is 22% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Alderton CDP, WA?

The poverty rate in Alderton CDP is 11.5%. This means approximately 329 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Alderton CDP, Washington?

Alderton CDP's population is 68.7% White, 0.0% Black, 23.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Alderton CDP, WA?

The median home value in Alderton CDP is $486,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Alderton CDP, Washington?

14.3% of adults (25+) in Alderton CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.