Steptoe CDP, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Steptoe CDP, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Steptoe CDP, Washington has a total population of 152, the 575th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $48,929, which is 48% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.0%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 48% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.0% — among the lowest in Washington.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Steptoe CDP Quick Facts

Population 152

Median Household Income $48,929

Median Home Value $196,600

Poverty Rate 2.0%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 49.4 years

Homeownership Rate 74.3%

Affordability Ratio 4.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.5%

High School Graduation Rate 95.2%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 152 575th of 631

Median Income $48,929 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 2.0% 84% lower national

Median Home Value $196,600 bottom 20%

How Steptoe CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Steptoe CDP

$48,929

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Steptoe CDP

$196,600

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.6%

$25K-$50K 36.5%

$50K-$100K 17.6%

$100K+ 28.4%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

48.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 74.3%

Renter 25.7%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.4%

18-34

19.1%

35-54

19.7%

55-74

33.6%

75+

9.2%

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+)

Steptoe CDP Rankings in Washington

#575 Population of 631

#533 Median Income of 631

#500 Education of 631

#517 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Steptoe CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lamont town	150	N/A	N/A	10.6%	48.7%
Moclips CDP	150	N/A	N/A	10.0%	19.3%
Nespelem town	155	$50,938	$89,000	8.6%	23.2%
Index town	164	N/A	$481,800	9.8%	11.6%
Hoodsport CDP	136	N/A	$299,400	52.2%	14.7%

Population Overview

Steptoe CDP is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 152. It ranks as the 575th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Steptoe CDP is 49.4 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Steptoe CDP is $48,929. This is 48% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 38% lower. The poverty rate stands at 2.0%. This is 80% 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 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $196,600. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 74.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Steptoe CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Asian residents account for 1.3%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 95.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Steptoe 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 Steptoe CDP, Washington?

Steptoe CDP, Washington has a population of 152 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Steptoe CDP, WA?

The median household income in Steptoe CDP is $48,929, which is 38% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Steptoe CDP, WA?

The poverty rate in Steptoe CDP is 2.0%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Steptoe CDP, Washington?

Steptoe CDP's population is 88.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Steptoe CDP, WA?

The median home value in Steptoe CDP is $196,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Steptoe CDP, Washington?

14.5% of adults (25+) in Steptoe CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.