Tokeland, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tokeland, Washington had a total population of 122, the 591st largest community in Washington. The poverty rate is 32.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Tokeland Quick Facts
How Tokeland Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 99 | 122 | +23.2% |
How Tokeland Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Tokeland Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Pacific County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raymond | 3,210 | $48,516 | 13.8% | $267,500 |
| Ocean Park | 2,122 | $65,676 | 10.2% | $350,500 |
| South Bend | 1,869 | $45,000 | 24.2% | $262,300 |
| Long Beach | 1,792 | $53,032 | 13.1% | $362,700 |
| Ilwaco | 1,365 | $98,200 | 9.5% | $370,300 |
| Chinook | 541 | $108,147 | 2.4% | $352,000 |
| Naselle | 528 | $58,459 | 3.0% | N/A |
| Lebam | 436 | N/A | 5.7% | $154,800 |
| Bay Center | 206 | $72,206 | 1.9% | $542,900 |
| Willapa | 172 | N/A | 0.0% | $263,600 |
Cities Similar to Tokeland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahlotus | 124 | $94,688 | N/A | 9.3% | 18.9% |
| Herron Island | 119 | $86,429 | $492,900 | 51.3% | 0.0% |
| Ronald | 119 | N/A | N/A | 50.4% | 0.0% |
| Curlew | 126 | $101,438 | $205,000 | 18.4% | 0.0% |
| Addy | 117 | N/A | N/A | 14.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 122, Tokeland's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Tokeland is a small community located in Washington, within Pacific County. The total population is 122. It ranks as the 591st most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tokeland is 35.7 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 38.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 32.8%. This is 231% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Tokeland, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 44.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% lower than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tokeland is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population.
Education
20.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tokeland, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 628 Census-designated places in Washington. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Tokeland, Washington?
Tokeland, Washington has a population of 122 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tokeland, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Tokeland — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tokeland, WA?
The poverty rate in Tokeland is 32.8%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tokeland, Washington?
Tokeland's population is 79.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tokeland, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Tokeland — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Tokeland, Washington?
20.9% of adults (25+) in Tokeland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.