Elk Plain CDP, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Elk Plain CDP, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Elk Plain CDP, Washington has a total population of 13,863, the 97th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $101,250, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.

Elk Plain CDP Quick Facts

Population 13,863

Median Household Income $101,250

Median Home Value $440,300

Poverty Rate 6.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.1%

Median Age 39.3 years

Homeownership Rate 83.9%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.0%

High School Graduation Rate 93.0%

Diversity Index 49/100

Population 13,863 97th of 631

Median Income $101,250 above average

Poverty Rate 6.8% 46% lower national

Median Home Value $440,300 average

How Elk Plain CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Elk Plain CDP

$101,250

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Elk Plain CDP

$440,300

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.9%

$25K-$50K 11.2%

$50K-$100K 30.5%

$100K+ 51.4%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

67.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.9%

Renter 16.1%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.7%

18-34

21.5%

35-54

25.4%

55-74

25.4%

75+

5.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Elk Plain CDP Rankings in Washington

#97 Population of 631

#184 Median Income of 631

#462 Education of 631

#257 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Elk Plain CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lakeland South CDP	12,869	$105,273	$530,900	25.9%	6.2%
Lakeland North CDP	14,664	$111,681	$501,600	29.1%	10.0%
East Wenatchee city	14,114	$81,050	$414,000	20.0%	7.1%
Liberty Lake city	12,435	$105,599	$506,000	45.2%	5.2%
Edgewood city	12,683	$114,342	$664,000	28.8%	4.7%

Population Overview

Elk Plain CDP is a small city located in Washington. The total population is 13,863. It ranks as the 97th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Elk Plain CDP is 39.3 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Elk Plain CDP is $101,250. This is 7% higher than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $440,300. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 83.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Elk Plain CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.7%. The Asian population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

17.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 93.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain CDP, Washington?

Elk Plain CDP, Washington has a population of 13,863 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Elk Plain CDP, WA?

The median household income in Elk Plain CDP is $101,250, which is 29% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Elk Plain CDP, WA?

The poverty rate in Elk Plain CDP is 6.8%. This means approximately 938 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Elk Plain CDP, Washington?

Elk Plain CDP's population is 69.0% White, 4.0% Black, 10.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Elk Plain CDP, WA?

The median home value in Elk Plain CDP is $440,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Elk Plain CDP, Washington?

17.0% of adults (25+) in Elk Plain CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.