Pe Ell town, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pe Ell town, Washington Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Pe Ell town, Washington has a total population of 520, the 466th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $59,625, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 9.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Pe Ell town Quick Facts

Population 520

Median Household Income $59,625

Median Home Value $196,600

Poverty Rate 15.4%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 38.7 years

Homeownership Rate 78.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.4%

High School Graduation Rate 91.5%

Diversity Index 29/100

Population 520 466th of 631

Median Income $59,625 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 15.4% 24% higher national

Median Home Value $196,600 bottom 20%

How Pe Ell town Compares

Median Household Income

Pe Ell town

$59,625

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Pe Ell town

$196,600

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.1%

$25K-$50K 25.6%

$50K-$100K 38.6%

$100K+ 19.7%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

50.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.5%

Renter 21.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.5%

18-34

20.4%

35-54

19.8%

55-74

29.6%

75+

7.7%

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+)

Pe Ell town Rankings in Washington

#466 Population of 631

#460 Median Income of 631

#561 Education of 631

#517 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Pe Ell town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Naselle CDP	519	$58,642	$97,100	18.2%	3.5%
Lake McMurray CDP	533	N/A	$291,700	21.2%	7.3%
Bucoda town	511	$63,750	$219,000	12.6%	30.4%
Toledo city	529	$55,139	$302,300	23.3%	10.8%
Skokomish CDP	558	$56,250	$175,800	7.5%	19.2%

Population Overview

Pe Ell town is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 520. It ranks as the 466th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pe Ell town is 38.7 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pe Ell town is $59,625. This is 37% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 55% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $196,600. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 78.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Pe Ell town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.2%.

Education

9.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 91.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pe Ell town, 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 Pe Ell town, Washington?

Pe Ell town, Washington has a population of 520 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pe Ell town, WA?

The median household income in Pe Ell town is $59,625, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Pe Ell town, WA?

The poverty rate in Pe Ell town is 15.4%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pe Ell town, Washington?

Pe Ell town's population is 82.9% White, 0.0% Black, 10.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pe Ell town, WA?

The median home value in Pe Ell town is $196,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Pe Ell town, Washington?

9.4% of adults (25+) in Pe Ell town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.