Birch Bay CDP, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Birch Bay CDP, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Birch Bay CDP, Washington has a total population of 11,103, the 116th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $77,120, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.

Birch Bay CDP Quick Facts

Population 11,103

Median Household Income $77,120

Median Home Value $439,100

Poverty Rate 8.6%

Unemployment Rate 4.8%

Median Age 42.1 years

Homeownership Rate 81.1%

Affordability Ratio 5.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.9%

High School Graduation Rate 93.4%

Diversity Index 35/100

Population 11,103 116th of 631

Median Income $77,120 average

Poverty Rate 8.6% 31% lower national

Median Home Value $439,100 average

How Birch Bay CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Birch Bay CDP

$77,120

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Birch Bay CDP

$439,100

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.8%

$25K-$50K 16.5%

$50K-$100K 32.6%

$100K+ 36.1%

Employment

4.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

53.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.1%

Renter 18.9%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.4%

18-34

19.2%

35-54

21.5%

55-74

27.5%

75+

9.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Birch Bay CDP Rankings in Washington

#116 Population of 631

#326 Median Income of 631

#231 Education of 631

#260 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Birch Bay CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fife city	10,902	$90,515	$480,600	28.0%	11.5%
Fairwood CDP (Spokane County)	10,439	$84,911	$435,200	45.0%	8.4%
Yelm city	10,618	$88,279	$439,100	26.1%	5.4%
Airway Heights city	10,766	$64,659	$286,900	20.2%	21.9%
Grandview city	11,042	$59,875	$232,500	6.6%	19.0%

Population Overview

Birch Bay CDP is a small city located in Washington. The total population is 11,103. It ranks as the 116th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Birch Bay CDP is 42.1 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Birch Bay CDP is $77,120. This is 19% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $439,100. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 81.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Birch Bay CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.7%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

30.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 93.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Birch Bay 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 Birch Bay CDP, Washington?

Birch Bay CDP, Washington has a population of 11,103 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Birch Bay CDP, WA?

The median household income in Birch Bay CDP is $77,120, which is 2% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Birch Bay CDP, WA?

The poverty rate in Birch Bay CDP is 8.6%. This means approximately 956 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Birch Bay CDP, Washington?

Birch Bay CDP's population is 78.8% White, 1.0% Black, 7.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Birch Bay CDP, WA?

The median home value in Birch Bay CDP is $439,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.

How educated is Birch Bay CDP, Washington?

30.9% of adults (25+) in Birch Bay CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.