Chewelah city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Chewelah city, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Chewelah city, Washington has a total population of 2,552, the 282nd largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $55,516, which is 42% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 42% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Chewelah city Quick Facts

Population 2,552

Median Household Income $55,516

Median Home Value $226,900

Poverty Rate 18.1%

Unemployment Rate 5.4%

Median Age 48.4 years

Homeownership Rate 67.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.9%

High School Graduation Rate 89.8%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 2,552 282nd of 631

Median Income $55,516 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 18.1% 46% higher national

Median Home Value $226,900 bottom 20%

How Chewelah city Compares

Median Household Income

Chewelah city

$55,516

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Chewelah city

$226,900

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.8%

$25K-$50K 24.5%

$50K-$100K 34.0%

$100K+ 24.8%

Employment

5.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

51.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.8%

Renter 32.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.9%

18-34

16.2%

35-54

21.6%

55-74

35.3%

75+

10.0%

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+)

Chewelah city Rankings in Washington

#282 Population of 631

#483 Median Income of 631

#376 Education of 631

#475 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Chewelah city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mabton city	2,481	$54,722	$172,200	2.2%	25.9%
Warden city	2,531	$52,344	$171,900	11.8%	19.0%
Peaceful Valley CDP	2,661	$60,271	$267,300	9.4%	20.8%
Colfax city	2,785	$56,929	$246,300	31.7%	12.6%
Navy Yard City CDP	2,542	$67,546	$293,200	22.9%	17.8%

Population Overview

Chewelah city is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 2,552. It ranks as the 282nd most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chewelah city is 48.4 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chewelah city is $55,516. This is 42% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 83% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $226,900. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 67.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Chewelah city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 14.1%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

21.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 89.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chewelah 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 Chewelah city, Washington?

Chewelah city, Washington has a population of 2,552 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Chewelah city is $55,516, which is 29% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chewelah city, WA?

The poverty rate in Chewelah city is 18.1%. This means approximately 457 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chewelah city, Washington?

Chewelah city's population is 82.0% White, 0.1% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

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

The median home value in Chewelah city is $226,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Chewelah city, Washington?

21.9% of adults (25+) in Chewelah city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.