Orchards, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Orchards, Washington had a total population of 29,438, the 45th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $100,146, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Orchards Quick Facts
How Orchards Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,716 | 29,438 | -0.9% |
| Median household income | $96,893 | $100,146 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $437,100 | $461,700 | +5.6% |
How Orchards Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Orchards Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Clark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver | 195,300 | $81,338 | 10.2% | $462,400 |
| Camas | 27,007 | $141,126 | 5.0% | $711,700 |
| Hazel Dell | 23,237 | $86,305 | 9.8% | $455,500 |
| Battle Ground | 21,886 | $104,977 | 5.9% | $485,100 |
| Five Corners | 21,194 | $106,192 | 8.6% | $459,600 |
| Salmon Creek | 20,017 | $111,631 | 6.1% | $530,100 |
| Washougal | 17,490 | $106,368 | 11.2% | $552,300 |
| Ridgefield | 13,408 | $116,389 | 5.7% | $613,500 |
| Minnehaha | 11,482 | $100,668 | 5.6% | $447,900 |
| Felida | 10,841 | $165,208 | 1.9% | $674,000 |
Cities Similar to Orchards
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tumwater | 26,956 | $95,212 | $472,200 | 42.9% | 7.0% |
| Des Moines | 32,823 | $92,483 | $597,000 | 33.4% | 12.1% |
| Spanaway | 34,019 | $98,251 | $445,700 | 16.6% | 8.8% |
| University Place | 34,911 | $99,031 | $624,800 | 42.1% | 8.2% |
| Frederickson | 25,383 | $109,500 | $477,400 | 20.0% | 5.7% |
Population Overview
Orchards is a mid-sized community located in Washington, within Clark County. The total population is 29,438. It ranks as the 45th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Orchards is 35.3 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Orchards is $100,146. This is 2% higher than the state median of $98,141. It is also 24% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $461,700. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 66.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Orchards is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.7%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 3.9%.
Education
24.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Orchards, 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 Orchards, Washington?
Orchards, Washington has a population of 29,438 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Orchards, WA?
The median household income in Orchards is $100,146, which is 24% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Orchards, WA?
The poverty rate in Orchards is 10.5%. This means approximately 3,083 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Orchards, Washington?
Orchards's population is 68.7% White, 1.0% Black, 16.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Orchards, WA?
The median home value in Orchards is $461,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Orchards, Washington?
24.8% of adults (25+) in Orchards hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.