Metaline town, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Metaline town, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Metaline town, Washington has a total population of 133, the 583rd largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $60,625, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 8.5% is notably above the national average.

Metaline town Quick Facts

Population 133

Median Household Income $60,625

Median Home Value $255,000

Poverty Rate 18.1%

Unemployment Rate 8.5%

Median Age 57.2 years

Homeownership Rate 87.3%

Affordability Ratio 4.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.5%

High School Graduation Rate 90.2%

Diversity Index 22/100

Population 133 583rd of 631

Median Income $60,625 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 18.1% 45% higher national

Median Home Value $255,000 bottom 30%

How Metaline town Compares

Median Household Income

Metaline town

$60,625

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Metaline town

$255,000

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.2%

$25K-$50K 27.0%

$50K-$100K 15.9%

$100K+ 34.9%

Employment

8.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

38.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 87.3%

Renter 12.7%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

12.0%

18-34

18.8%

35-54

13.5%

55-74

49.6%

75+

6.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Metaline town Rankings in Washington

#583 Population of 631

#447 Median Income of 631

#336 Education of 631

#450 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Metaline town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Hoodsport CDP	136	N/A	$299,400	52.2%	14.7%
Dixie CDP	130	N/A	$267,500	20.4%	14.6%
Donald CDP	127	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Farmington town	136	$55,750	$287,500	17.5%	14.0%
Wallula CDP	127	$62,857	$207,100	0.0%	68.5%

Population Overview

Metaline town is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 133. It ranks as the 583rd most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Metaline town is 57.2 years. This is 50% higher than the state median of 38.2 years. Only 12.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Metaline town is $60,625. This is 36% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 82% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 8.5%. This is 71% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $255,000. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 87.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Metaline town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 14.1%.

Education

23.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 90.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Metaline 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 Metaline town, Washington?

Metaline town, Washington has a population of 133 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Metaline town is $60,625, which is 23% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Metaline town, WA?

The poverty rate in Metaline town is 18.1%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Metaline town, Washington?

Metaline town's population is 86.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Metaline town is $255,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Metaline town, Washington?

23.5% of adults (25+) in Metaline town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.