Nooksack city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Nooksack city, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Nooksack city, Washington has a total population of 1,547, the 348th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $85,781, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.

Nooksack city Quick Facts

Population 1,547

Median Household Income $85,781

Median Home Value $484,500

Poverty Rate 12.2%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 31.5 years

Homeownership Rate 85.7%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.5%

High School Graduation Rate 85.6%

Diversity Index 31/100

Population 1,547 348th of 631

Median Income $85,781 average

Poverty Rate 12.2% 2% lower national

Median Home Value $484,500 above average

How Nooksack city Compares

Median Household Income

Nooksack city

$85,781

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Nooksack city

$484,500

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.1%

$25K-$50K 6.8%

$50K-$100K 36.5%

$100K+ 43.6%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

69.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.7%

Renter 14.3%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.2%

18-34

27.3%

35-54

23.3%

55-74

17.8%

75+

3.3%

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+)

Nooksack city Rankings in Washington

#348 Population of 631

#273 Median Income of 631

#385 Education of 631

#209 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Nooksack city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Stansberry Lake CDP	1,574	$95,250	$379,200	38.4%	1.0%
Rocky Point CDP	1,648	$83,456	$531,600	32.1%	7.9%
Yacolt town	1,628	$90,625	$410,300	8.6%	5.0%
Manson CDP	1,595	$74,750	$549,600	37.1%	11.2%
Basin City CDP	1,527	$72,024	N/A	12.7%	11.5%

Population Overview

Nooksack city is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 1,547. It ranks as the 348th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nooksack city is 31.5 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 38.2 years. With 28.2% of the population under 18, Nooksack city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Nooksack city is $85,781. 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 12.2%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 11% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $484,500. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Nooksack city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.2%.

Education

21.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 85.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Nooksack city, 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 Nooksack city, Washington?

Nooksack city, Washington has a population of 1,547 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Nooksack city, WA?

The median household income in Nooksack city is $85,781, which is 9% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Nooksack city, WA?

The poverty rate in Nooksack city is 12.2%. This means approximately 187 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Nooksack city, Washington?

Nooksack city's population is 81.7% White, 0.0% Black, 12.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Nooksack city, WA?

The median home value in Nooksack city is $484,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Nooksack city, Washington?

21.5% of adults (25+) in Nooksack city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.