St. John town, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: St. John town, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, St. John town, Washington has a total population of 685, the 438th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $61,000, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

St. John town Quick Facts

Population 685

Median Household Income $61,000

Median Home Value $200,500

Poverty Rate 14.3%

Unemployment Rate 7.8%

Median Age 55.1 years

Homeownership Rate 77.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.8%

High School Graduation Rate 77.3%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 685 438th of 631

Median Income $61,000 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 14.3% 15% higher national

Median Home Value $200,500 bottom 20%

How St. John town Compares

Median Household Income

St. John town

$61,000

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

St. John town

$200,500

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.7%

$25K-$50K 19.4%

$50K-$100K 32.4%

$100K+ 22.5%

Employment

7.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

40.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.1%

Renter 22.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.3%

18-34

13.6%

35-54

16.4%

55-74

29.9%

75+

20.9%

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+)

St. John town Rankings in Washington

#438 Population of 631

#444 Median Income of 631

#313 Education of 631

#506 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to St. John town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Buena CDP	674	N/A	N/A	10.1%	43.6%
East Cathlamet CDP	667	N/A	N/A	13.1%	30.7%
South Cle Elum town	707	$60,268	$375,000	24.9%	32.0%
Onalaska CDP	657	N/A	$412,800	18.0%	13.7%
Satsop CDP	717	$60,643	$367,700	14.9%	12.6%

Population Overview

St. John town is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 685. It ranks as the 438th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in St. John town is 55.1 years. This is 44% higher than the state median of 38.2 years. 20.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in St. John town is $61,000. This is 36% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 44% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.8%. This is 57% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $200,500. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 77.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

St. John town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (7.4% vs 3.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 14.1%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

24.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 77.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for St. John town, 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 St. John town, Washington?

St. John town, Washington has a population of 685 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in St. John town, WA?

The median household income in St. John town is $61,000, which is 22% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in St. John town, WA?

The poverty rate in St. John town is 14.3%. This means approximately 98 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of St. John town, Washington?

St. John town's population is 87.2% White, 7.4% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in St. John town, WA?

The median home value in St. John town is $200,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is St. John town, Washington?

24.8% of adults (25+) in St. John town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.