Sprague city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sprague city, Washington Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.7x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Sprague city, Washington has a total population of 619, the 451st largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $66,500, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.

Key Takeaways

Only 9.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Unemployment rate of 12.9% is notably above the national average.

Sprague city Quick Facts

Population 619

Median Household Income $66,500

Median Home Value $112,500

Poverty Rate 10.3%

Unemployment Rate 12.9%

Median Age 43.2 years

Homeownership Rate 87.7%

Affordability Ratio 1.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.7%

High School Graduation Rate 87.4%

Diversity Index 15/100

Population 619 451st of 631

Median Income $66,500 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 10.3% 17% lower national

Median Home Value $112,500 bottom 10%

How Sprague city Compares

Median Household Income

Sprague city

$66,500

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sprague city

$112,500

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.4%

$25K-$50K 23.3%

$50K-$100K 39.4%

$100K+ 22.9%

Employment

12.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

59.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 87.7%

Renter 12.3%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.8%

18-34

15.7%

35-54

20.5%

55-74

27.1%

75+

9.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Sprague city Rankings in Washington

#451 Population of 631

#411 Median Income of 631

#559 Education of 631

#568 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Sprague city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Port Gamble Tribal Community CDP	614	$65,000	$190,600	12.9%	21.2%
Pateros city	648	$66,333	$234,700	12.7%	23.0%
Mesa city	631	$71,875	$183,300	13.1%	47.1%
Onalaska CDP	657	N/A	$412,800	18.0%	13.7%
Bow CDP	584	$67,017	$361,900	18.4%	0.0%

Population Overview

Sprague city is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 619. It ranks as the 451st most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sprague city is 43.2 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sprague city is $66,500. This is 30% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 12.9%. This is 159% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $112,500. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $519,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Sprague city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sprague city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 14.1%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

9.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 87.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sprague 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 Sprague city, Washington?

Sprague city, Washington has a population of 619 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Sprague city is $66,500, which is 15% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sprague city, WA?

The poverty rate in Sprague city is 10.3%. This means approximately 64 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sprague city, Washington?

Sprague city's population is 91.8% White, 0.0% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

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

The median home value in Sprague city is $112,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.

How educated is Sprague city, Washington?

9.7% of adults (25+) in Sprague city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.