Grays River, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grays River, Washington had a total population of 195, the 559th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $91,250, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Grays River Quick Facts
How Grays River 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 | 190 | 195 | +2.6% |
| Median household income | $70,417 | $91,250 | +29.6% |
How Grays River Compares
Median Household Income
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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+)
Grays River Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Wahkiakum County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Island | 1,008 | $49,438 | 25.0% | $484,800 |
| East Cathlamet | 934 | $101,221 | 22.8% | $400,000 |
| Cathlamet | 616 | $70,250 | 12.7% | $387,500 |
| Rosburg | 528 | N/A | 13.2% | $231,000 |
| Skamokawa Valley | 352 | N/A | 29.3% | $259,200 |
| Lower Elochoman | 271 | N/A | 0.0% | $464,500 |
| Deep River | 147 | $62,604 | 15.7% | $442,100 |
| Upper Elochoman | 49 | $55,714 | 12.2% | $368,800 |
| Altoona | 43 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Grays River
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartline | 182 | $88,125 | $186,100 | 31.3% | 7.7% |
| Ocean City | 187 | $80,302 | $241,700 | 16.0% | 0.0% |
| Lyle | 218 | N/A | $409,800 | 44.7% | 61.0% |
| Index | 173 | N/A | $580,400 | 14.4% | 13.3% |
| Keyport | 221 | N/A | $524,000 | 37.1% | 11.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 195, Grays River'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
Grays River is a small community located in Washington, within Wahkiakum County. The total population is 195. It ranks as the 559th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grays River is 57.8 years. This is 51% higher than the state median of 38.3 years. 15.4% 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 Grays River is $91,250. This is 7% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 13% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.9%. This is 61% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Grays River, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 88.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Grays River has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% of all residents.
Education
37.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 95.3%. Notably, 22.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Grays River, 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 Grays River, Washington?
Grays River, Washington has a population of 195 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Grays River, WA?
The median household income in Grays River is $91,250, which is 13% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Grays River, WA?
The poverty rate in Grays River is 15.9%. This means approximately 31 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Grays River, Washington?
Grays River's population is 93.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Grays River, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Grays River — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Grays River, Washington?
37.3% of adults (25+) in Grays River hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.