Lyman town, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lyman town, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Lyman town, Washington has a total population of 437, the 487th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $85,625, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.

Key Takeaways

Only 5.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Lyman town Quick Facts

Population 437

Median Household Income $85,625

Median Home Value $339,600

Poverty Rate 9.4%

Unemployment Rate 5.4%

Median Age 36.4 years

Homeownership Rate 86.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.8%

High School Graduation Rate 90.8%

Diversity Index 28/100

Population 437 487th of 631

Median Income $85,625 average

Poverty Rate 9.4% 25% lower national

Median Home Value $339,600 below average

How Lyman town Compares

Median Household Income

Lyman town

$85,625

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lyman town

$339,600

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.2%

$25K-$50K 17.4%

$50K-$100K 27.0%

$100K+ 45.5%

Employment

5.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

72.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.8%

Renter 13.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.4%

18-34

27.7%

35-54

35.5%

55-74

15.3%

75+

1.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lyman town Rankings in Washington

#487 Population of 631

#275 Median Income of 631

#592 Education of 631

#356 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Lyman town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cowiche CDP	449	N/A	$218,600	6.7%	23.4%
Hatton town	453	$88,450	$170,800	0.4%	13.5%
Cohassett Beach CDP	404	$84,621	$333,900	30.2%	6.4%
Oakesdale town	414	$75,625	$199,000	27.0%	7.8%
Four Lakes CDP	489	$79,913	N/A	44.2%	0.0%

Population Overview

Lyman town is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 437. It ranks as the 487th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lyman town is 36.4 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lyman town is $85,625. This is 10% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $339,600. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 86.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lyman town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.1%) is well below the state average of 14.1%.

Education

5.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 38.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lyman town, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 631 Census-designated places in Washington. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lyman town, Washington?

Lyman town, Washington has a population of 437 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lyman town, WA?

The median household income in Lyman town is $85,625, which is 9% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lyman town, WA?

The poverty rate in Lyman town is 9.4%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lyman town, Washington?

Lyman town's population is 82.8% White, 0.0% Black, 4.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lyman town, WA?

The median home value in Lyman town is $339,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Lyman town, Washington?

5.8% of adults (25+) in Lyman town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.