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Napavine, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Napavine, Washington had a total population of 2,158, the 306th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $104,148, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.0%.

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

Napavine Quick Facts

Population 2,158
Median Household Income $104,148
Median Home Value $419,100
Poverty Rate 6.0%
Unemployment Rate 5.1%
Median Age 35.7 years
Homeownership Rate 89.9%
Affordability Ratio 4.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.3%
High School Graduation Rate 90.3%
Diversity Index 36/100
Population 2,158 306th of 628
Median Income $104,148 above average
Poverty Rate 6.0% 52% lower than national
Median Home Value $419,100 average

How Napavine 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
Population1,7052,158+26.6%
Median household income$89,063$104,148+16.9%
Median home value$335,500$419,100+24.9%

How Napavine Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.8%
$25K-$50K 17.6%
$50K-$100K 22.4%
$100K+ 52.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.4%
$10K-$15K
0.5%
$15K-$20K
3.0%
$20K-$25K
3.9%
$25K-$30K
4.0%
$30K-$35K
1.7%
$35K-$40K
5.3%
$40K-$45K
3.1%
$45K-$50K
3.4%
$50K-$60K
1.0%
$60K-$75K
11.8%
$75K-$100K
9.5%
$100K-$125K
19.4%
$125K-$150K
11.8%
$150K-$200K
16.3%
$200K+
4.8%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
60.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.9%
Renter 10.1%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,649/mo 19.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

36out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 56 | National average: 61

Education

Napavine Rankings in Washington

#306 Population of 628
#184 Median Income of 570
#451 Education of 628
#326 Home Value of 584

Other Cities in Lewis County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Centralia 18,830 $56,219 19.6% $318,200
Chehalis 7,587 $73,702 15.0% $372,900
Winlock 2,140 $80,451 14.9% $361,700
Fords Prairie 1,823 $55,608 15.7% $368,000
Morton 1,206 $57,813 13.7% $300,900
Mossyrock 875 $53,333 25.3% $280,400
Onalaska 848 N/A 11.9% $423,700
Vader 745 $64,688 18.8% $317,200
Toledo 542 $47,292 14.8% $333,700
Pe Ell 538 $62,679 11.9% $321,800

Cities Similar to Napavine

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Kitsap Lake2,186$100,602$475,90021.1%12.7%
Summitview2,321$105,184$409,60032.7%5.6%
Big Lake2,326$109,286$666,40036.3%5.1%
Walla Walla East2,099$89,951$607,90029.3%3.5%
Fern Prairie2,053$115,875$628,20038.6%5.9%

Population Overview

Napavine is a small community located in Washington, within Lewis County. The total population is 2,158. It ranks as the 306th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Napavine is 35.7 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 38.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Napavine is $104,148. This is 6% higher than the state median of $98,141. It is also 29% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. The median home value is $419,100. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 89.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Napavine is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.0%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.9%. The Asian population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 9.7%.

Education

17.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 90.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Napavine, 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 Napavine, Washington?

Napavine, Washington has a population of 2,158 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Napavine, WA?

The median household income in Napavine is $104,148, which is 29% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Napavine, WA?

The poverty rate in Napavine is 6.0%. This means approximately 129 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Napavine, Washington?

Napavine's population is 78.7% White, 0.3% Black, 13.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Napavine, WA?

The median home value in Napavine is $419,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Napavine, Washington?

17.3% of adults (25+) in Napavine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.