Garfield town, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Garfield town, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Garfield town, Washington has a total population of 586, the 457th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $60,536, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Garfield town Quick Facts

Population 586

Median Household Income $60,536

Median Home Value $199,600

Poverty Rate 17.6%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 37.0 years

Homeownership Rate 82.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.1%

High School Graduation Rate 92.3%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 586 457th of 631

Median Income $60,536 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 17.6% 41% higher national

Median Home Value $199,600 bottom 20%

How Garfield town Compares

Median Household Income

Garfield town

$60,536

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Garfield town

$199,600

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.1%

$25K-$50K 24.9%

$50K-$100K 29.7%

$100K+ 25.4%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

53.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.8%

Renter 17.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.2%

18-34

13.5%

35-54

30.0%

55-74

20.5%

75+

4.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Garfield town Rankings in Washington

#457 Population of 631

#449 Median Income of 631

#369 Education of 631

#508 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Garfield town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cathlamet town	569	$57,750	$364,900	18.7%	17.0%
Bow CDP	584	$67,017	$361,900	18.4%	0.0%
White Swan CDP	598	$56,458	$88,500	6.5%	39.7%
Curlew Lake CDP	605	$55,592	$265,200	16.0%	7.3%
Port Gamble Tribal Community CDP	614	$65,000	$190,600	12.9%	21.2%

Population Overview

Garfield town is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 586. It ranks as the 457th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Garfield town is 37.0 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.2 years. With 31.2% of the population under 18, Garfield town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Garfield town is $60,536. This is 36% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 77% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $199,600. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 82.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Garfield town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents.

Education

22.1% 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 92.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Garfield town, 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 Garfield town, Washington?

Garfield town, Washington has a population of 586 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Garfield town, WA?

The median household income in Garfield town is $60,536, which is 23% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Garfield town, WA?

The poverty rate in Garfield town is 17.6%. This means approximately 103 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Garfield town, Washington?

Garfield town's population is 87.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Garfield town, WA?

The median home value in Garfield town is $199,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Garfield town, Washington?

22.1% of adults (25+) in Garfield town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.