Blyn, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blyn, Washington had a total population of 134, the 585th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $103,036, which is 5% higher than the state average. 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 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Blyn Quick Facts
How Blyn 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 | 196 | 134 | -31.6% |
How Blyn Compares
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Blyn Rankings in Washington
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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 |
| Bell Hill | 1,041 | $79,084 | 1.3% | $847,300 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Blyn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley | 135 | N/A | $164,400 | 13.3% | 3.0% |
| Cusick | 133 | N/A | $133,300 | 13.5% | 47.4% |
| Dixie | 133 | N/A | $304,500 | 20.0% | 14.3% |
| Qui-nai-elt Village | 134 | $115,938 | $178,100 | 18.5% | 30.6% |
| Curlew | 126 | $101,438 | $205,000 | 18.4% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 134, Blyn'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
Blyn is a small community located in Washington, within Clallam County. The total population is 134. It ranks as the 585th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blyn is 18.4 years. This is 52% lower than the state median of 38.3 years. With 41.0% of the population under 18, Blyn has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 12.7% 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 Blyn is $103,036. This is 5% higher than the state median of $98,141. It is also 28% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Blyn. 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 unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. 31.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% lower than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Blyn has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% of all residents.
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blyn, 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 Blyn, Washington?
Blyn, Washington has a population of 134 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blyn, WA?
The median household income in Blyn is $103,036, which is 28% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blyn, WA?
The ACS sample for Blyn 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 Blyn, Washington?
Blyn's population is 93.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blyn, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Blyn — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Blyn, Washington?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Blyn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.