Garfield, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garfield, Washington had a total population of 475, the 480th largest town in Washington, with a median household income of $70,625, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Garfield Quick Facts
How Garfield Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 586 | 475 | -18.9% |
| Median household income | $60,536 | $70,625 | +16.7% |
| Median home value | $199,600 | $221,200 | +10.8% |
How Garfield Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Garfield Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Whitman County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pullman | 32,229 | $46,812 | 30.4% | $424,800 |
| Colfax | 2,708 | $61,914 | 15.1% | $245,300 |
| Palouse | 1,147 | $88,750 | 3.1% | $286,200 |
| Tekoa | 690 | $46,250 | 12.2% | $211,900 |
| St. John | 607 | $46,250 | 15.7% | $208,300 |
| Rosalia | 513 | $50,938 | 19.8% | $197,700 |
| Albion | 495 | $56,833 | 6.5% | $230,700 |
| Endicott | 425 | $45,625 | 9.9% | $163,000 |
| Uniontown | 400 | $71,563 | 7.2% | $337,500 |
| Oakesdale | 396 | $78,750 | 2.5% | $258,300 |
Cities Similar to Garfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapowsin | 466 | N/A | $443,900 | 5.2% | 5.6% |
| Union | 457 | N/A | $375,400 | 37.5% | 0.0% |
| Cohassett Beach | 455 | $68,969 | $404,700 | 22.9% | 7.5% |
| Inchelium | 455 | $68,750 | $168,800 | 20.1% | 20.0% |
| Bucoda | 494 | $73,250 | $270,000 | 10.3% | 32.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 475, Garfield's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Garfield is a small community located in Washington, within Whitman County. The total population is 475. It ranks as the 480th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garfield is 38.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.3 years. With 30.9% of the population under 18, Garfield has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garfield is $70,625. This is 28% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.2%. This is 74% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $221,200. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Garfield is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.0% of the population.
Education
23.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower 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 92.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garfield, 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 Garfield, Washington?
Garfield, Washington has a population of 475 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garfield, WA?
The median household income in Garfield is $70,625, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garfield, WA?
The poverty rate in Garfield is 17.2%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garfield, Washington?
Garfield's population is 83.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garfield, WA?
The median home value in Garfield is $221,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Garfield, Washington?
23.0% of adults (25+) in Garfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.