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Longbranch, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Longbranch, Washington had a total population of 4,638, the 204th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $95,768, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.4%.

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

Longbranch Quick Facts

Population 4,638
Median Household Income $95,768
Median Home Value $396,000
Poverty Rate 18.4%
Unemployment Rate 3.3%
Median Age 50.3 years
Homeownership Rate 90.2%
Affordability Ratio 4.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.2%
High School Graduation Rate 97.9%
Diversity Index 24/100
Population 4,638 204th of 628
Median Income $95,768 average
Poverty Rate 18.4% 48% higher than national
Median Home Value $396,000 average

How Longbranch 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
Population4,7154,638-1.6%
Median household income$92,109$95,768+4.0%
Median home value$382,000$396,000+3.7%

How Longbranch Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.9%
$25K-$50K 22.0%
$50K-$100K 25.5%
$100K+ 46.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.9%
$10K-$15K
0.0%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
0.0%
$25K-$30K
0.7%
$30K-$35K
9.2%
$35K-$40K
2.5%
$40K-$45K
9.4%
$45K-$50K
0.1%
$50K-$60K
10.2%
$60K-$75K
5.6%
$75K-$100K
9.7%
$100K-$125K
4.3%
$125K-$150K
11.6%
$150K-$200K
14.0%
$200K+
16.6%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
55.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 90.2%
Renter 9.8%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,750/mo 21.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

24out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 61

Education

Longbranch Rankings in Washington

#204 Population of 628
#234 Median Income of 570
#374 Education of 628
#347 Home Value of 584

Other Cities in Pierce County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Tacoma 222,758 $85,884 12.4% $479,600
South Hill 68,025 $113,130 7.2% $543,600
Lakewood 62,937 $74,720 13.2% $461,200
Puyallup 42,746 $97,826 7.0% $551,800
Parkland 38,742 $72,239 13.0% $423,000
Graham 35,079 $116,862 5.9% $516,700
University Place 34,911 $99,031 8.2% $624,800
Spanaway 34,019 $98,251 8.8% $445,700
Frederickson 25,383 $109,500 5.7% $477,400
Bonney Lake 22,090 $136,845 4.5% $607,900

Cities Similar to Longbranch

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Moxee4,625$100,512$362,80026.6%7.8%
Granite Falls4,659$105,136$562,70025.5%3.4%
Belfair4,557$88,150$380,40015.0%6.4%
Town and Country4,890$92,652$356,80026.9%6.8%
Wauna4,805$103,250$503,30029.7%6.0%

Population Overview

Longbranch is a small community located in Washington, within Pierce County. The total population is 4,638. It ranks as the 204th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Longbranch is 50.3 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 38.3 years. Only 13.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Longbranch is $95,768. This is 2% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 19% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.4%. This is 86% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $396,000. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 90.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Longbranch has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.2%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 14.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 9.7%.

Education

22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 97.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Longbranch, 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 Longbranch, Washington?

Longbranch, Washington has a population of 4,638 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Longbranch, WA?

The median household income in Longbranch is $95,768, which is 19% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Longbranch, WA?

The poverty rate in Longbranch is 18.4%. This means approximately 848 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Longbranch, Washington?

Longbranch's population is 87.0% White, 1.2% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Longbranch, WA?

The median home value in Longbranch is $396,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Longbranch, Washington?

22.2% of adults (25+) in Longbranch hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.