Shadow Lake CDP, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Shadow Lake CDP, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Shadow Lake CDP, Washington has a total population of 2,221, the 303rd largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $137,407, which is 45% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 45% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Washington.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.6% — among the lowest in Washington.

Shadow Lake CDP Quick Facts

Population 2,221

Median Household Income $137,407

Median Home Value $847,100

Poverty Rate 3.6%

Unemployment Rate 4.0%

Median Age 44.9 years

Homeownership Rate 87.8%

Affordability Ratio 6.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.5%

High School Graduation Rate 98.1%

Diversity Index 39/100

Population 2,221 303rd of 631

Median Income $137,407 top 20%

Poverty Rate 3.6% 71% lower national

Median Home Value $847,100 top 10%

How Shadow Lake CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Shadow Lake CDP

$137,407

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Shadow Lake CDP

$847,100

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.3%

$25K-$50K 7.8%

$50K-$100K 19.1%

$100K+ 61.8%

Employment

4.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

67.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 87.8%

Renter 12.2%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.5%

18-34

12.0%

35-54

32.0%

55-74

24.5%

75+

8.1%

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+)

Shadow Lake CDP Rankings in Washington

#303 Population of 631

#66 Median Income of 631

#236 Education of 631

#39 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Shadow Lake CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Geneva CDP	2,200	$142,612	$764,500	60.3%	3.0%
Riverbend CDP	2,150	$153,489	$693,700	43.7%	3.7%
Southworth CDP	2,109	$123,842	$625,900	49.4%	0.4%
Lewisville CDP	2,372	$125,179	$644,800	32.5%	3.3%
Carnation city	2,476	$141,097	$775,800	45.2%	2.1%

Population Overview

Shadow Lake CDP is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 2,221. It ranks as the 303rd most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Shadow Lake CDP is 44.9 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Shadow Lake CDP is $137,407. This is 45% higher than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 75% higher. The poverty rate stands at 3.6%. This is 63% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $847,100. Housing costs are 63% higher than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.2x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 87.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Shadow Lake CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.7% of the population. Asian residents account for 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 14.1%.

Education

30.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 98.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Shadow Lake CDP, 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 Shadow Lake CDP, Washington?

Shadow Lake CDP, Washington has a population of 2,221 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Shadow Lake CDP, WA?

The median household income in Shadow Lake CDP is $137,407, which is 75% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Shadow Lake CDP, WA?

The poverty rate in Shadow Lake CDP is 3.6%. This means approximately 81 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Shadow Lake CDP, Washington?

Shadow Lake CDP's population is 75.7% White, 0.0% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Shadow Lake CDP, WA?

The median home value in Shadow Lake CDP is $847,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.2x.

How educated is Shadow Lake CDP, Washington?

30.5% of adults (25+) in Shadow Lake CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.