Orient, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Orient, Washington had a total population of 87, the 607th largest community in Washington. The poverty rate is 55.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (55.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Orient Quick Facts
How Orient 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 | 69 | 87 | +26.1% |
| Median home value | $9,999 | $9,999 | +0.0% |
How Orient 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Orient Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Ferry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republic | 984 | $60,417 | 16.4% | $236,200 |
| Curlew Lake | 533 | $51,188 | 7.1% | $244,700 |
| Inchelium | 455 | $68,750 | 20.0% | $168,800 |
| Barstow | 246 | N/A | 0.0% | $276,800 |
| Keller | 212 | $57,500 | 27.4% | $108,000 |
| Curlew | 126 | $101,438 | 0.0% | $205,000 |
| Twin Lakes | 115 | $63,542 | 2.6% | N/A |
| Barney's Junction | 63 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Torboy | 53 | N/A | 45.3% | N/A |
| Malo | 35 | N/A | 0.0% | $297,200 |
Cities Similar to Orient
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amanda Park | 86 | $45,417 | $350,000 | 10.3% | 2.3% |
| Sunland Estates | 91 | $80,156 | $652,800 | 24.2% | 0.0% |
| Skykomish | 92 | $62,917 | $408,300 | 31.8% | 17.4% |
| Moclips | 82 | N/A | N/A | 17.1% | 32.9% |
| Starbuck | 93 | $61,250 | $133,300 | 2.1% | 24.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 87, Orient's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Orient is a small community located in Washington, within Ferry County. The total population is 87. It ranks as the 607th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Orient is 59.3 years. This is 55% higher than the state median of 38.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 55.2%. This is 457% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Orient, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $9,999. Housing costs are 98% lower than the state median of $564,600. 54.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Orient is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.9% of the population.
Education
11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% 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 80.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Orient, 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 Orient, Washington?
Orient, Washington has a population of 87 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Orient, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Orient — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Orient, WA?
The poverty rate in Orient is 55.2%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Orient, Washington?
Orient's population is 75.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Orient, WA?
The median home value in Orient is $9,999.
How educated is Orient, Washington?
11.1% of adults (25+) in Orient hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.