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Grand Mound, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grand Mound, Washington had a total population of 3,287, the 247th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $72,426, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.3%.

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

Grand Mound Quick Facts

Population 3,287
Median Household Income $72,426
Median Home Value $411,400
Poverty Rate 7.3%
Unemployment Rate 4.2%
Median Age 35.1 years
Homeownership Rate 73.6%
Affordability Ratio 5.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.6%
High School Graduation Rate 88.1%
Diversity Index 55/100
Population 3,287 247th of 628
Median Income $72,426 below average
Poverty Rate 7.3% 41% lower than national
Median Home Value $411,400 average

How Grand Mound 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
Population3,7113,287-11.4%
Median household income$77,000$72,426-5.9%
Median home value$325,000$411,400+26.6%

How Grand Mound Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.8%
$25K-$50K 30.1%
$50K-$100K 27.1%
$100K+ 38.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.0%
$10K-$15K
1.3%
$15K-$20K
1.3%
$20K-$25K
2.1%
$25K-$30K
2.7%
$30K-$35K
7.3%
$35K-$40K
1.3%
$40K-$45K
5.0%
$45K-$50K
13.7%
$50K-$60K
10.7%
$60K-$75K
4.5%
$75K-$100K
12.0%
$100K-$125K
20.5%
$125K-$150K
7.3%
$150K-$200K
8.8%
$200K+
1.5%

Employment

4.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
57.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.6%
Renter 26.4%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,426/mo 23.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

55out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 56 | National average: 61

Education

Grand Mound Rankings in Washington

#247 Population of 628
#389 Median Income of 570
#380 Education of 628
#331 Home Value of 584

Other Cities in Thurston County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Lacey 57,737 $90,625 11.6% $457,100
Olympia 55,951 $81,302 14.0% $486,200
Tumwater 26,956 $95,212 7.0% $472,200
Yelm 11,102 $90,750 6.0% $455,300
Tanglewilde 6,314 $100,714 7.0% $444,900
Rochester 5,834 $99,286 16.3% $445,300
North Yelm 2,522 $73,725 2.1% $384,500
Rainier 2,455 $106,019 14.6% $425,900
Tenino 2,025 $82,639 11.6% $369,000
Nisqually Indian Community 628 $73,750 17.5% $310,000

Cities Similar to Grand Mound

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Zillah3,140$75,000$334,80029.2%6.5%
Cashmere3,304$64,053$442,90025.9%7.4%
Port Angeles East3,137$68,241$347,60031.5%4.7%
Algona3,247$85,332$441,50016.1%12.1%
Elma3,483$78,086$409,60021.3%24.9%

Population Overview

Grand Mound is a small community located in Washington, within Thurston County. The total population is 3,287. It ranks as the 247th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Grand Mound is 35.1 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Grand Mound is $72,426. This is 26% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $411,400. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Grand Mound is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 26.8%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (26.8% vs 14.4%). The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 9.7%.

Education

21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 88.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Grand Mound, 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 Grand Mound, Washington?

Grand Mound, Washington has a population of 3,287 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Grand Mound, WA?

The median household income in Grand Mound is $72,426, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Grand Mound, WA?

The poverty rate in Grand Mound is 7.3%. This means approximately 241 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Grand Mound, Washington?

Grand Mound's population is 61.0% White, 1.6% Black, 26.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Grand Mound, WA?

The median home value in Grand Mound is $411,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.

How educated is Grand Mound, Washington?

21.6% of adults (25+) in Grand Mound hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.