Chelan city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Chelan city, Washington Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Chelan city, Washington has a total population of 4,314, the 214th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $71,996, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.5%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.

Chelan city Quick Facts

Population 4,314

Median Household Income $71,996

Median Home Value $428,200

Poverty Rate 9.5%

Unemployment Rate 0.8%

Median Age 46.7 years

Homeownership Rate 58.4%

Affordability Ratio 5.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.5%

High School Graduation Rate 82.9%

Diversity Index 39/100

Population 4,314 214th of 631

Median Income $71,996 below average

Poverty Rate 9.5% 24% lower national

Median Home Value $428,200 average

How Chelan city Compares

Median Household Income

Chelan city

$71,996

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Chelan city

$428,200

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.6%

$25K-$50K 18.3%

$50K-$100K 28.2%

$100K+ 33.0%

Employment

0.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

53.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 58.4%

Renter 41.6%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.9%

18-34

19.8%

35-54

23.5%

55-74

31.9%

75+

8.0%

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+)

Chelan city Rankings in Washington

#214 Population of 631

#373 Median Income of 631

#293 Education of 631

#277 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Chelan city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Boulevard Park CDP	4,334	$75,646	$468,400	19.8%	29.3%
Montesano city	4,157	$65,938	$331,300	26.7%	3.1%
Belfair CDP	4,601	$74,477	$307,600	11.6%	4.7%
Bethel CDP	4,276	$84,214	$440,800	24.1%	8.6%
Suquamish CDP	4,515	$83,856	$428,100	33.7%	10.3%

Population Overview

Chelan city is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 4,314. It ranks as the 214th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chelan city is 46.7 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chelan city is $71,996. This is 24% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.5%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $428,200. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 58.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Chelan city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.1%. The Asian population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

26.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 82.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chelan city, 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 Chelan city, Washington?

Chelan city, Washington has a population of 4,314 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Chelan city, WA?

The median household income in Chelan city is $71,996, which is 8% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chelan city, WA?

The poverty rate in Chelan city is 9.5%. This means approximately 405 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chelan city, Washington?

Chelan city's population is 74.9% White, 0.0% Black, 21.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Chelan city, WA?

The median home value in Chelan city is $428,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.

How educated is Chelan city, Washington?

26.5% of adults (25+) in Chelan city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.