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Roy city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Roy city, Washington has a total population of 798, the 422nd largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $88,500, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.

Roy city Quick Facts

Population 798
Median Household Income $88,500
Median Home Value $418,800
Poverty Rate 6.4%
Unemployment Rate 7.9%
Median Age 33.9 years
Homeownership Rate 81.5%
Affordability Ratio 4.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.8%
High School Graduation Rate 93.9%
Diversity Index 32/100
Population 798 422nd of 631
Median Income $88,500 average
Poverty Rate 6.4% 49% lower national
Median Home Value $418,800 average

How Roy city Compares

Economy & Housing

Employment

7.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%
57.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.5%
Renter 18.5%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

32out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Roy city Rankings in Washington

#422 Population of 631
#256 Median Income of 631
#444 Education of 631
#288 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Roy city

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Concrete town838$85,208$319,90015.2%16.8%
May Creek CDP801$75,380$285,50012.7%12.6%
Cherry Grove CDP729N/A$829,70042.3%1.1%
Grapeview CDP874N/A$484,40034.3%6.2%
Electric City city800$71,875$219,70017.1%1.4%

Population Overview

Roy city is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 798. It ranks as the 422nd most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Roy city is 33.9 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Roy city is $88,500. This is 7% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.9%. This is 58% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $418,800. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 81.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Roy city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.4%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.4%) is well below the state average of 14.1%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 93.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Roy 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 Roy city, Washington?

Roy city, Washington has a population of 798 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Roy city is $88,500, which is 13% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Roy city, WA?

The poverty rate in Roy city is 6.4%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Roy city, Washington?

Roy city's population is 80.7% White, 1.9% Black, 4.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Roy city is $418,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

How educated is Roy city, Washington?

17.8% of adults (25+) in Roy city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.