Sumas city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sumas city, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Sumas city, Washington has a total population of 1,384, the 358th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $86,500, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

Sumas city Quick Facts

Population 1,384

Median Household Income $86,500

Median Home Value $362,000

Poverty Rate 11.3%

Unemployment Rate 2.5%

Median Age 32.1 years

Homeownership Rate 68.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.7%

High School Graduation Rate 83.2%

Diversity Index 42/100

Population 1,384 358th of 631

Median Income $86,500 average

Poverty Rate 11.3% 9% lower national

Median Home Value $362,000 average

How Sumas city Compares

Median Household Income

Sumas city

$86,500

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sumas city

$362,000

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.0%

$25K-$50K 10.1%

$50K-$100K 24.5%

$100K+ 47.4%

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

67.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.5%

Renter 31.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.8%

18-34

25.3%

35-54

27.8%

55-74

15.3%

75+

3.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sumas city Rankings in Washington

#358 Population of 631

#268 Median Income of 631

#520 Education of 631

#340 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Sumas city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
North Puyallup CDP	1,363	$81,063	$335,500	24.2%	3.5%
Soap Lake city	1,286	N/A	$156,300	11.6%	29.5%
Ilwaco city	1,418	$97,541	$355,400	27.2%	11.4%
Waterville town	1,353	$75,854	$247,300	11.2%	6.8%
Clinton CDP	1,367	$72,135	$603,900	41.0%	11.2%

Population Overview

Sumas city is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 1,384. It ranks as the 358th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sumas city is 32.1 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sumas city is $86,500. This is 9% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $362,000. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 68.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Sumas city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.0%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

12.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 83.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sumas 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 Sumas city, Washington?

Sumas city, Washington has a population of 1,384 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Sumas city is $86,500, which is 10% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sumas city, WA?

The poverty rate in Sumas city is 11.3%. This means approximately 151 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sumas city, Washington?

Sumas city's population is 73.5% White, 0.2% Black, 14.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Sumas city is $362,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Sumas city, Washington?

12.7% of adults (25+) in Sumas city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.