Three Lakes CDP, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Three Lakes CDP, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Three Lakes CDP, Washington has a total population of 3,466, the 240th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $148,625, which is 57% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 57% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Washington.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Three Lakes CDP Quick Facts

Population 3,466

Median Household Income $148,625

Median Home Value $754,200

Poverty Rate 7.1%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 44.4 years

Homeownership Rate 96.1%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 41.4%

High School Graduation Rate 93.0%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 3,466 240th of 631

Median Income $148,625 top 10%

Poverty Rate 7.1% 43% lower national

Median Home Value $754,200 top 20%

How Three Lakes CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Three Lakes CDP

$148,625

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Three Lakes CDP

$754,200

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.1%

$25K-$50K 4.9%

$50K-$100K 21.5%

$100K+ 65.4%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

60.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 96.1%

Renter 3.9%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.3%

18-34

19.5%

35-54

23.5%

55-74

32.3%

75+

4.4%

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+)

Three Lakes CDP Rankings in Washington

#240 Population of 631

#44 Median Income of 631

#133 Education of 631

#65 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Three Lakes CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bunk Foss CDP	3,718	$152,208	$730,800	24.7%	5.1%
Fox Island CDP	3,365	$172,917	$952,500	58.6%	0.8%
Clearview CDP	3,508	$180,208	$883,300	45.5%	1.6%
Sunnyslope CDP	3,674	$131,250	$677,600	50.2%	8.4%
Maple Heights-Lake Desire CDP	3,694	$131,042	$753,300	45.0%	6.1%

Population Overview

Three Lakes CDP is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 3,466. It ranks as the 240th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Three Lakes CDP is 44.4 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Three Lakes CDP is $148,625. This is 57% higher than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 89% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $754,200. Housing costs are 45% higher than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 96.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Three Lakes CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 14.1%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

41.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% higher 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 93.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Three Lakes 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 Three Lakes CDP, Washington?

Three Lakes CDP, Washington has a population of 3,466 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Three Lakes CDP, WA?

The median household income in Three Lakes CDP is $148,625, which is 89% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Three Lakes CDP, WA?

The poverty rate in Three Lakes CDP is 7.1%. This means approximately 245 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Three Lakes CDP, Washington?

Three Lakes CDP's population is 84.5% White, 0.6% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Three Lakes CDP, WA?

The median home value in Three Lakes CDP is $754,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Three Lakes CDP, Washington?

41.4% of adults (25+) in Three Lakes CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.