Bow, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bow, Washington had a total population of 585, the 453rd largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $67,103, which is 32% lower 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
- Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Bow Quick Facts
How Bow 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 | 584 | 585 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $67,017 | $67,103 | +0.1% |
| Median home value | $361,900 | $381,000 | +5.3% |
How Bow 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+)
Bow Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Skagit County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon | 35,377 | $75,777 | 16.1% | $472,300 |
| Anacortes | 17,966 | $91,951 | 7.3% | $696,700 |
| Sedro-Woolley | 12,831 | $80,885 | 15.8% | $441,700 |
| Burlington | 10,003 | $80,475 | 14.5% | $466,400 |
| Big Lake | 2,326 | $109,286 | 5.1% | $666,400 |
| Clear Lake (Skagit County) | 1,093 | $71,667 | 14.0% | $550,500 |
| La Conner | 873 | $80,385 | 6.8% | $553,200 |
| Concrete | 833 | $81,719 | 18.1% | $347,300 |
| Alger | 687 | $109,151 | 6.7% | $700,000 |
| Bay View | 572 | $90,188 | 0.5% | $901,200 |
Cities Similar to Bow
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprague | 583 | $67,857 | $164,000 | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| South Cle Elum | 579 | $66,750 | $374,300 | 24.1% | 13.8% |
| Pateros | 583 | $69,091 | $278,800 | 16.4% | 19.6% |
| Lake McMurray | 569 | N/A | $419,000 | 26.2% | 5.1% |
| Deming | 568 | N/A | $459,600 | 36.7% | 17.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 585, Bow'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
Bow is a small community located in Washington, within Skagit County. The total population is 585. It ranks as the 453rd most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bow is 50.2 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 38.3 years. Only 12.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bow is $67,103. This is 32% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Bow. 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 4.8%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $381,000. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 89.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bow is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.8% 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 14.4%).
Education
27.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 75.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bow, 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 Bow, Washington?
Bow, Washington has a population of 585 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bow, WA?
The median household income in Bow is $67,103, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bow, WA?
The ACS sample for Bow 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 Bow, Washington?
Bow's population is 76.8% White, 0.0% Black, 23.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bow, WA?
The median home value in Bow is $381,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.
How educated is Bow, Washington?
27.8% of adults (25+) in Bow hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.