Barstow, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Barstow, Washington had a total population of 246, the 538th largest community in Washington. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Barstow Quick Facts
How Barstow Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 76 | 246 | +223.7% |
| Median home value | $248,200 | $276,800 | +11.5% |
How Barstow Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Barstow Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Ferry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republic | 984 | $60,417 | 16.4% | $236,200 |
| Curlew Lake | 533 | $51,188 | 7.1% | $244,700 |
| Inchelium | 455 | $68,750 | 20.0% | $168,800 |
| Keller | 212 | $57,500 | 27.4% | $108,000 |
| Curlew | 126 | $101,438 | 0.0% | $205,000 |
| Twin Lakes | 115 | $63,542 | 2.6% | N/A |
| Orient | 87 | N/A | 55.2% | $9,999 |
| Barney's Junction | 63 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Torboy | 53 | N/A | 45.3% | N/A |
| Malo | 35 | N/A | 0.0% | $297,200 |
Cities Similar to Barstow
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oso | 245 | $140,486 | $741,100 | 9.7% | 0.0% |
| Edison | 249 | N/A | $408,300 | 19.9% | 0.0% |
| Marcus | 242 | $55,489 | $169,400 | 12.4% | 23.1% |
| Hamilton | 252 | $67,500 | $237,000 | 8.4% | 19.4% |
| Creston | 235 | $56,071 | $160,000 | 12.0% | 8.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 246, Barstow's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Barstow is a small community located in Washington, within Ferry County. The total population is 246. It ranks as the 538th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Barstow is 33.5 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 38.3 years. With 40.2% of the population under 18, Barstow has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Barstow. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Barstow, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $276,800. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $564,600. 95.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Barstow has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents.
Education
4.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 79.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Barstow, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 628 Census-designated places in Washington. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Barstow, Washington?
Barstow, Washington has a population of 246 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Barstow, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Barstow — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Barstow, WA?
The ACS sample for Barstow recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Barstow, Washington?
Barstow's population is 92.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Barstow, WA?
The median home value in Barstow is $276,800.
How educated is Barstow, Washington?
4.1% of adults (25+) in Barstow hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.