Ritzville city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Ritzville city, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Ritzville city, Washington has a total population of 1,942, the 319th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $63,277, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Ritzville city Quick Facts

Population 1,942

Median Household Income $63,277

Median Home Value $197,500

Poverty Rate 11.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 41.5 years

Homeownership Rate 75.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.6%

High School Graduation Rate 88.3%

Diversity Index 40/100

Population 1,942 319th of 631

Median Income $63,277 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 11.3% 9% lower national

Median Home Value $197,500 bottom 20%

How Ritzville city Compares

Median Household Income

Ritzville city

$63,277

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Ritzville city

$197,500

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.4%

$25K-$50K 17.5%

$50K-$100K 40.8%

$100K+ 20.3%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

50.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 75.5%

Renter 24.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.0%

18-34

19.3%

35-54

17.6%

55-74

30.5%

75+

8.7%

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+)

Ritzville city Rankings in Washington

#319 Population of 631

#432 Median Income of 631

#411 Education of 631

#513 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Ritzville city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Coupeville town	1,934	$66,696	$495,400	31.2%	16.0%
Winlock city	1,951	$68,750	$314,100	15.2%	17.6%
Tieton city	1,911	$54,286	$228,400	8.0%	26.9%
Millwood city	1,880	$71,875	$327,200	23.2%	10.6%
Tenino city	1,965	$75,438	$333,100	19.0%	12.3%

Population Overview

Ritzville city is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 1,942. It ranks as the 319th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ritzville city is 41.5 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ritzville city is $63,277. This is 33% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 19% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $197,500. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 75.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Ritzville city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.5%. The Asian population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

19.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 88.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Ritzville 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 Ritzville city, Washington?

Ritzville city, Washington has a population of 1,942 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Ritzville city is $63,277, which is 19% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Ritzville city, WA?

The poverty rate in Ritzville city is 11.3%. This means approximately 210 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Ritzville city, Washington?

Ritzville city's population is 75.6% White, 1.9% Black, 12.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.

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

The median home value in Ritzville city is $197,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Ritzville city, Washington?

19.6% of adults (25+) in Ritzville city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.