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Fircrest, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fircrest, Washington had a total population of 7,069, the 160th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $113,926, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Fircrest Quick Facts

Population 7,069
Median Household Income $113,926
Median Home Value $583,500
Poverty Rate 5.7%
Unemployment Rate 6.9%
Median Age 44.5 years
Homeownership Rate 71.8%
Affordability Ratio 5.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 50.8%
High School Graduation Rate 98.3%
Diversity Index 49/100
Population 7,069 160th of 628
Median Income $113,926 top 30%
Poverty Rate 5.7% 54% lower than national
Median Home Value $583,500 top 30%

How Fircrest Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population7,0827,069-0.2%
Median household income$107,781$113,926+5.7%
Median home value$554,600$583,500+5.2%

How Fircrest Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.5%
$25K-$50K 9.2%
$50K-$100K 23.9%
$100K+ 59.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.3%
$10K-$15K
0.7%
$15K-$20K
0.7%
$20K-$25K
1.8%
$25K-$30K
0.7%
$30K-$35K
1.5%
$35K-$40K
3.5%
$40K-$45K
1.7%
$45K-$50K
1.7%
$50K-$60K
4.8%
$60K-$75K
6.2%
$75K-$100K
13.0%
$100K-$125K
13.5%
$125K-$150K
4.7%
$150K-$200K
21.1%
$200K+
20.0%

Employment

6.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
71.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.8%
Renter 28.2%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,554/mo 16.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

49out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 56 | National average: 61

Education

Fircrest Rankings in Washington

#160 Population of 628
#142 Median Income of 570
#80 Education of 628
#176 Home Value of 584

Other Cities in Pierce County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Tacoma 222,758 $85,884 12.4% $479,600
South Hill 68,025 $113,130 7.2% $543,600
Lakewood 62,937 $74,720 13.2% $461,200
Puyallup 42,746 $97,826 7.0% $551,800
Parkland 38,742 $72,239 13.0% $423,000
Graham 35,079 $116,862 5.9% $516,700
University Place 34,911 $99,031 8.2% $624,800
Spanaway 34,019 $98,251 8.8% $445,700
Frederickson 25,383 $109,500 5.7% $477,400
Bonney Lake 22,090 $136,845 4.5% $607,900

Cities Similar to Fircrest

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Pacific7,066$115,625$489,10022.6%13.8%
Lake Shore6,978$130,729$566,10039.2%3.0%
Steilacoom6,686$100,851$655,00047.8%11.1%
Clover Creek7,345$95,061$471,90022.3%12.6%
Waller7,683$101,490$512,20028.3%7.6%

Population Overview

Fircrest is a small city located in Washington, within Pierce County. The total population is 7,069. It ranks as the 160th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fircrest is 44.5 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fircrest is $113,926. This is 16% higher than the state median of $98,141. It is also 41% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $583,500. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 71.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Fircrest is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.3% of the population. Asian residents account for 7.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 14.4%.

Education

50.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% higher than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.3%. Notably, 23.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fircrest, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 628 Census-designated places in Washington. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fircrest, Washington?

Fircrest, Washington has a population of 7,069 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fircrest, WA?

The median household income in Fircrest is $113,926, which is 41% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Fircrest, WA?

The poverty rate in Fircrest is 5.7%. This means approximately 401 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fircrest, Washington?

Fircrest's population is 69.3% White, 5.6% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fircrest, WA?

The median home value in Fircrest is $583,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Fircrest, Washington?

50.8% of adults (25+) in Fircrest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.