Schwana, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Schwana, Washington had a total population of 387, the 505th largest community in Washington, with a median household income of $76,190, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Schwana Quick Facts
How Schwana 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 | 352 | 387 | +9.9% |
| Median household income | $90,592 | $76,190 | -15.9% |
How Schwana 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+)
Schwana Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moses Lake | 26,083 | $74,752 | 15.8% | $310,000 |
| Ephrata | 8,560 | $69,551 | 20.8% | $252,000 |
| Quincy | 7,998 | $87,902 | 6.2% | $336,800 |
| Cascade Valley | 4,609 | $60,715 | 12.6% | N/A |
| Moses Lake North | 4,517 | $57,602 | 29.8% | $242,200 |
| Mattawa | 3,616 | $38,388 | 33.3% | N/A |
| Desert Aire | 2,788 | $85,960 | 7.8% | $455,100 |
| Warden | 2,581 | $57,743 | 20.9% | $189,900 |
| Royal City | 1,683 | $50,478 | 35.8% | $228,600 |
| Coulee Dam | 1,595 | $66,732 | 15.8% | $238,500 |
Cities Similar to Schwana
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamestown | 390 | $80,833 | $481,100 | 38.1% | 2.1% |
| Oakesdale | 396 | $78,750 | $258,300 | 30.2% | 2.5% |
| Prescott | 389 | $70,568 | $293,200 | 10.9% | 14.6% |
| Cowiche | 364 | N/A | $219,900 | 8.2% | 28.6% |
| Uniontown | 400 | $71,563 | $337,500 | 35.8% | 7.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 387, Schwana'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
Schwana is a small community located in Washington, within Grant County. The total population is 387. It ranks as the 505th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Schwana is 21.3 years. This is 44% lower than the state median of 38.3 years. With 48.8% of the population under 18, Schwana has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Schwana is $76,190. This is 22% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.4%. This is 117% 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 Schwana, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 21.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 67% lower than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Schwana was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 73.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Schwana, 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 Schwana, Washington?
Schwana, Washington has a population of 387 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Schwana, WA?
The median household income in Schwana is $76,190, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Schwana, WA?
The poverty rate in Schwana is 21.4%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Schwana, Washington?
Schwana's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Schwana, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Schwana — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Schwana, Washington?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Schwana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.