Lyle, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lyle, Washington had a total population of 218, the 551st largest community in Washington. The poverty rate is 61.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (61.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Lyle Quick Facts
How Lyle 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 | 321 | 218 | -32.1% |
How Lyle 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+)
Lyle Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Klickitat County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldendale | 3,483 | $39,783 | 29.7% | $199,300 |
| White Salmon | 2,548 | $72,923 | 3.5% | $614,900 |
| Dallesport | 1,603 | $71,707 | 7.2% | $377,600 |
| Trout Lake | 720 | $85,000 | 14.0% | $750,000 |
| Bingen | 652 | $73,833 | 7.5% | $443,400 |
| Klickitat | 501 | $63,646 | 6.6% | $169,400 |
| Wishram | 411 | $42,188 | 33.8% | $162,000 |
| Roosevelt | 200 | $52,188 | 9.5% | $108,300 |
| Glenwood | 190 | $69,000 | 12.6% | $265,000 |
| Centerville | 75 | N/A | 1.3% | $323,100 |
Cities Similar to Lyle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodsport | 216 | $121,250 | $402,900 | 37.9% | 14.3% |
| Keyport | 221 | N/A | $524,000 | 37.1% | 11.4% |
| Acme | 223 | $67,361 | $507,100 | 37.1% | 15.3% |
| Verlot | 224 | $46,944 | $336,000 | 13.9% | 14.3% |
| Keller | 212 | $57,500 | $108,000 | 9.3% | 27.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 218, Lyle'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
Lyle is a small community located in Washington, within Klickitat County. The total population is 218. It ranks as the 551st most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lyle is 55.9 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 38.3 years. Only 11.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 20.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 61.0%. This is 516% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Lyle, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $409,800. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $564,600. 45.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% lower than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Lyle was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
44.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lyle, 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 Lyle, Washington?
Lyle, Washington has a population of 218 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lyle, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lyle — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lyle, WA?
The poverty rate in Lyle is 61.0%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lyle, Washington?
Lyle's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lyle, WA?
The median home value in Lyle is $409,800.
How educated is Lyle, Washington?
44.7% of adults (25+) in Lyle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.