Bell Hill, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bell Hill, Washington Demographics
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Expensive MarketHome value to income ratio of 10.7x indicates a costly housing market

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Oldest CityAmong the oldest communities in Washington with a median age of 69.7 years

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bell Hill, Washington had a total population of 1,041, the 393rd largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $79,084, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.3% — among the lowest in Washington.
61.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Washington.
Housing affordability is a challenge — homes cost 10.7x the median household income.

Bell Hill Quick Facts

Population 1,041

Median Household Income $79,084

Median Home Value $847,300

Poverty Rate 1.3%

Unemployment Rate 6.6%

Median Age 69.7 years

Homeownership Rate 94.9%

Affordability Ratio 10.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 61.6%

High School Graduation Rate 98.3%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 1,041 393rd of 628

Median Income $79,084 average

Poverty Rate 1.3% 89% lower than national

Median Home Value $847,300 top 10%

How Bell Hill 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	951	1,041	+9.5%
Median household income	$75,765	$79,084	+4.4%
Median home value	$801,600	$847,300	+5.7%

How Bell Hill Compares

Median Household Income

Bell Hill

$79,084

$98,141

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Bell Hill

$847,300

$564,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 0.9%

$25K-$50K 17.8%

$50K-$100K 49.3%

$100K+ 32.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.9%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

0.0%

$25K-$30K

1.9%

$30K-$35K

0.0%

$35K-$40K

0.0%

$40K-$45K

10.4%

$45K-$50K

5.5%

$50K-$60K

5.8%

$60K-$75K

14.7%

$75K-$100K

28.8%

$100K-$125K

5.8%

$125K-$150K

12.6%

$150K-$200K

5.8%

$200K+

7.8%

Employment

6.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%

16.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 94.9%

Renter 5.1%

Affordability Index Very Expensive

10.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

2.3%

18-34

13.3%

35-54

4.2%

55-74

49.3%

75+

30.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Bell Hill Rankings in Washington

#393 Population of 628

#338 Median Income of 570

#37 Education of 628

#57 Home Value of 584

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Other Cities in Clallam County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Port Angeles	20,118	$62,606	11.5%	$370,200
Sequim	8,161	$59,707	12.9%	$408,700
Forks	3,400	$60,481	19.6%	$227,200
Port Angeles East	3,137	$68,241	4.7%	$347,600
Carlsborg	1,231	$50,787	13.6%	$317,000
Neah Bay	955	$44,276	21.0%	$151,200
River Road	756	$132,841	4.8%	$388,900
Clallam Bay	602	$48,260	12.3%	$233,000
Jamestown	390	$80,833	2.1%	$481,100
Blyn	134	$103,036	0.0%	N/A

Cities Similar to Bell Hill

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Langley	1,044	$77,072	$700,700	65.3%	10.4%
Asotin	1,021	$77,083	$297,200	21.9%	10.2%
Grapeview	1,088	N/A	$477,700	32.3%	5.7%
Clear Lake (Skagit County)	1,093	$71,667	$550,500	13.4%	14.0%
Waitsburg	1,083	$67,917	$266,400	16.0%	12.4%

Population Overview

Bell Hill is a small community located in Washington, within Clallam County. The total population is 1,041. It ranks as the 393rd most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bell Hill is 69.7 years. This is 82% higher than the state median of 38.3 years. Only 2.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 30.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bell Hill is $79,084. This is 19% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.3%. This is 86% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $847,300. Housing costs are 50% higher than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 10.7x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 94.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Bell Hill has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 14.4%. The Asian population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 9.7%.

Education

61.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bell Hill in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 55% higher 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 98.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bell Hill, 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 Bell Hill, Washington?

Bell Hill, Washington has a population of 1,041 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bell Hill, WA?

The median household income in Bell Hill is $79,084, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Bell Hill, WA?

The poverty rate in Bell Hill is 1.3%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bell Hill, Washington?

Bell Hill's population is 92.9% White, 0.0% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bell Hill, WA?

The median home value in Bell Hill is $847,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 10.7x.

How educated is Bell Hill, Washington?

61.6% of adults (25+) in Bell Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.