Fife city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fife city, Washington Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Highly DiverseNo single racial/ethnic group makes up a majority of the population

As of 2026, Fife city, Washington has a total population of 10,902, the 118th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $90,515, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.

Key Takeaways

One of the most racially diverse communities in Washington (diversity index: 74/100).

Fife city Quick Facts

Population 10,902

Median Household Income $90,515

Median Home Value $480,600

Poverty Rate 11.5%

Unemployment Rate 5.4%

Median Age 31.9 years

Homeownership Rate 46.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.0%

High School Graduation Rate 91.1%

Diversity Index 74/100

Population 10,902 118th of 631

Median Income $90,515 average

Poverty Rate 11.5% 8% lower national

Median Home Value $480,600 above average

How Fife city Compares

Median Household Income

Fife city

$90,515

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Fife city

$480,600

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.4%

$25K-$50K 13.9%

$50K-$100K 33.8%

$100K+ 45.0%

Employment

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

75.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 46.5%

Renter 53.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.8%

18-34

30.3%

35-54

25.8%

55-74

15.4%

75+

2.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very High Diversity

This community is exceptionally diverse, with no single racial or ethnic group dominating the population.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Fife city Rankings in Washington

#118 Population of 631

#243 Median Income of 631

#267 Education of 631

#216 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Fife city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Yelm city	10,618	$88,279	$439,100	26.1%	5.4%
Sumner city	10,674	$98,376	$478,500	23.5%	7.1%
Fairwood CDP (Spokane County)	10,439	$84,911	$435,200	45.0%	8.4%
Mount Vista CDP	10,635	$101,189	$526,200	41.3%	6.9%
Birch Bay CDP	11,103	$77,120	$439,100	30.9%	8.6%

Population Overview

Fife city is a small city located in Washington. The total population is 10,902. It ranks as the 118th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fife city is 31.9 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fife city is $90,515. This is 5% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $480,600. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 46.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Fife city is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (9.9% vs 3.8%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (16.2% vs 9.3%).

Education

28.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 91.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fife 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 Fife city, Washington?

Fife city, Washington has a population of 10,902 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Fife city is $90,515, which is 15% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Fife city, WA?

The poverty rate in Fife city is 11.5%. This means approximately 1,246 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fife city, Washington?

Fife city's population is 39.6% White, 9.9% Black, 17.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 16.2% Asian.

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

The median home value in Fife city is $480,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.

How educated is Fife city, Washington?

28.0% of adults (25+) in Fife city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.