Orchards CDP, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Orchards CDP, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Orchards CDP, Washington has a total population of 29,716, the 45th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $96,893, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.

Orchards CDP Quick Facts

Population 29,716

Median Household Income $96,893

Median Home Value $437,100

Poverty Rate 10.9%

Unemployment Rate 6.7%

Median Age 34.8 years

Homeownership Rate 67.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.5%

High School Graduation Rate 89.3%

Diversity Index 48/100

Population 29,716 45th of 631

Median Income $96,893 above average

Poverty Rate 10.9% 12% lower national

Median Home Value $437,100 average

How Orchards CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Orchards CDP

$96,893

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Orchards CDP

$437,100

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.6%

$25K-$50K 15.3%

$50K-$100K 30.5%

$100K+ 47.7%

Employment

6.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

69.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.5%

Renter 32.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.8%

18-34

23.4%

35-54

28.3%

55-74

17.8%

75+

3.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Orchards CDP Rankings in Washington

#45 Population of 631

#210 Median Income of 631

#322 Education of 631

#264 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Orchards CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Des Moines city	32,545	$89,787	$539,800	33.2%	10.7%
Tumwater city	26,519	$93,635	$438,000	41.6%	7.8%
Spanaway CDP	34,322	$94,028	$401,000	15.6%	9.7%
SeaTac city	31,143	$76,517	$483,200	26.6%	10.4%
University Place city	34,850	$94,952	$578,100	43.5%	8.6%

Population Overview

Orchards CDP is a mid-sized community located in Washington. The total population is 29,716. It ranks as the 45th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Orchards CDP is 34.8 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Orchards CDP is $96,893. This is 2% higher than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% higher. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $437,100. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 67.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Orchards CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.2%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.

Education

24.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 89.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Orchards CDP, 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 Orchards CDP, Washington?

Orchards CDP, Washington has a population of 29,716 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Orchards CDP, WA?

The median household income in Orchards CDP is $96,893, which is 23% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Orchards CDP, WA?

The poverty rate in Orchards CDP is 10.9%. This means approximately 3,219 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Orchards CDP, Washington?

Orchards CDP's population is 68.9% White, 1.0% Black, 16.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Orchards CDP, WA?

The median home value in Orchards CDP is $437,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

How educated is Orchards CDP, Washington?

24.5% of adults (25+) in Orchards CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.