Geneva, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Geneva, Washington Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Geneva, Washington had a total population of 2,073, the 311th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $142,188, which is 45% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 45% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Washington.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.8% — among the lowest in Washington.
62.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Washington.
Unemployment rate of 12.1% is notably above the national average.

Geneva Quick Facts

Population 2,073

Median Household Income $142,188

Median Home Value $801,100

Poverty Rate 1.8%

Unemployment Rate 12.1%

Median Age 55.5 years

Homeownership Rate 92.3%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 62.8%

High School Graduation Rate 99.3%

Diversity Index 24/100

Population 2,073 311th of 628

Median Income $142,188 top 20%

Poverty Rate 1.8% 85% lower than national

Median Home Value $801,100 top 20%

How Geneva 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	2,200	2,073	-5.8%
Median household income	$142,612	$142,188	-0.3%
Median home value	$764,500	$801,100	+4.8%

How Geneva Compares

Median Household Income

Geneva

$142,188

$98,141

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Geneva

$801,100

$564,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 2.5%

$25K-$50K 10.6%

$50K-$100K 22.3%

$100K+ 64.6%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.1%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

1.4%

$20K-$25K

0.0%

$25K-$30K

5.5%

$30K-$35K

0.0%

$35K-$40K

3.8%

$40K-$45K

0.0%

$45K-$50K

1.3%

$50K-$60K

4.2%

$60K-$75K

9.2%

$75K-$100K

8.9%

$100K-$125K

11.6%

$125K-$150K

11.1%

$150K-$200K

22.1%

$200K+

19.7%

Employment

12.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%

65.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 92.3%

Renter 7.7%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,795/mo 15.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

8.4%

18-34

15.1%

35-54

24.1%

55-74

41.9%

75+

10.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Geneva Rankings in Washington

#311 Population of 628

#65 Median Income of 570

#34 Education of 628

#72 Home Value of 584

Explore Washington Rankings

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Other Cities in Whatcom County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Bellingham	93,438	$66,755	18.6%	$627,500
Lynden	16,234	$103,233	7.2%	$596,600
Ferndale	15,999	$87,579	12.8%	$549,300
Birch Bay	10,837	$86,854	9.4%	$477,200
Blaine	6,100	$84,030	13.1%	$549,600
Sudden Valley	6,084	$100,930	7.6%	$489,200
Marietta-Alderwood	3,754	$76,019	7.9%	$547,100
Everson	3,040	$80,250	5.5%	$450,300
Peaceful Valley	2,858	$59,625	17.1%	$317,800
Nooksack	1,794	$97,159	14.7%	$524,300

Cities Similar to Geneva

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cathcart	2,064	$130,400	$908,900	40.9%	3.2%
Fern Prairie	2,053	$115,875	$628,200	38.6%	5.9%
Meadow Glade	2,281	$129,427	$650,300	36.5%	2.4%
Carnation	2,366	$152,763	$875,000	47.9%	1.6%
Southworth	2,286	$123,281	$647,300	43.6%	0.4%

Population Overview

Geneva is a small community located in Washington, within Whatcom County. The total population is 2,073. It ranks as the 311th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Geneva is 55.5 years. This is 45% higher than the state median of 38.3 years. Only 8.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 10.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Geneva is $142,188. This is 45% higher than the state median of $98,141. It is also 76% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.8%. This is 81% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 12.1%. This is 138% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $801,100. Housing costs are 42% higher than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 92.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Geneva has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 14.4%.

Education

62.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Geneva in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 58% 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 99.3%. Notably, 23.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Geneva, 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 Geneva, Washington?

Geneva, Washington has a population of 2,073 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Geneva, WA?

The median household income in Geneva is $142,188, which is 76% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Geneva, WA?

The poverty rate in Geneva is 1.8%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Geneva, Washington?

Geneva's population is 86.9% White, 0.0% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Geneva, WA?

The median home value in Geneva is $801,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Geneva, Washington?

62.8% of adults (25+) in Geneva hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.