Chain Lake CDP, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Chain Lake CDP, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Chain Lake CDP, Washington has a total population of 4,989, the 196th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $148,932, which is 57% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 57% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Washington.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.6% — among the lowest in Washington.

Chain Lake CDP Quick Facts

Population 4,989

Median Household Income $148,932

Median Home Value $830,200

Poverty Rate 3.6%

Unemployment Rate 3.9%

Median Age 44.2 years

Homeownership Rate 88.4%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 42.5%

High School Graduation Rate 96.9%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 4,989 196th of 631

Median Income $148,932 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.6% 71% lower national

Median Home Value $830,200 top 10%

How Chain Lake CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Chain Lake CDP

$148,932

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Chain Lake CDP

$830,200

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.9%

$25K-$50K 9.5%

$50K-$100K 12.9%

$100K+ 71.7%

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

68.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.4%

Renter 11.6%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.6%

18-34

10.9%

35-54

35.1%

55-74

26.1%

75+

4.3%

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+)

Chain Lake CDP Rankings in Washington

#196 Population of 631

#42 Median Income of 631

#120 Education of 631

#44 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Chain Lake CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Prairie Heights CDP	4,817	$129,438	$485,800	17.9%	2.6%
Venersborg CDP	4,827	$126,667	$679,400	30.7%	2.7%
Black Diamond city	5,678	$144,728	$776,400	56.5%	1.1%
Rosedale CDP	4,267	$149,632	$816,000	45.9%	2.4%
Buckley city	5,306	$121,719	$506,400	20.1%	8.2%

Population Overview

Chain Lake CDP is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 4,989. It ranks as the 196th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chain Lake CDP is 44.2 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chain Lake CDP is $148,932. This is 57% higher than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 90% higher. The poverty rate stands at 3.6%. This is 64% 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 3.9%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $830,200. Housing costs are 60% higher than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 88.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Chain Lake CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.3%) is well below the state average of 14.1%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

42.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% higher 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 96.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chain Lake 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 Chain Lake CDP, Washington?

Chain Lake CDP, Washington has a population of 4,989 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Chain Lake CDP, WA?

The median household income in Chain Lake CDP is $148,932, which is 90% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chain Lake CDP, WA?

The poverty rate in Chain Lake CDP is 3.6%. This means approximately 178 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chain Lake CDP, Washington?

Chain Lake CDP's population is 85.2% White, 0.0% Black, 6.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Chain Lake CDP, WA?

The median home value in Chain Lake CDP is $830,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Chain Lake CDP, Washington?

42.5% of adults (25+) in Chain Lake CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.