Torboy, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Torboy, Washington had a total population of 53, the 618th largest community in Washington. The poverty rate is 45.3%.
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 (45.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Torboy Quick Facts
How Torboy 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 | 260 | 53 | -79.6% |
How Torboy 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Torboy Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Ferry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republic | 984 | $60,417 | 16.4% | $236,200 |
| Curlew Lake | 533 | $51,188 | 7.1% | $244,700 |
| Inchelium | 455 | $68,750 | 20.0% | $168,800 |
| Barstow | 246 | N/A | 0.0% | $276,800 |
| Keller | 212 | $57,500 | 27.4% | $108,000 |
| Curlew | 126 | $101,438 | 0.0% | $205,000 |
| Twin Lakes | 115 | $63,542 | 2.6% | N/A |
| Orient | 87 | N/A | 55.2% | $9,999 |
| Barney's Junction | 63 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Malo | 35 | N/A | 0.0% | $297,200 |
Cities Similar to Torboy
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queets | 55 | N/A | $91,300 | 5.1% | 23.6% |
| Upper Elochoman | 49 | $55,714 | $368,800 | 0.0% | 12.2% |
| Methow | 58 | $58,750 | $583,300 | 5.8% | 15.5% |
| Greenwater | 59 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Conway | 46 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 53, Torboy'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
Torboy is a small community located in Washington, within Ferry County. The total population is 53. It ranks as the 618th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Torboy is 47.8 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 38.3 years. Only 9.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 45.3%. This is 357% 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 Torboy, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 57% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Torboy is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.7% of the population.
Education
40.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Torboy, 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 Torboy, Washington?
Torboy, Washington has a population of 53 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Torboy, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Torboy — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Torboy, WA?
The poverty rate in Torboy is 45.3%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Torboy, Washington?
Torboy's population is 54.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Torboy, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Torboy — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Torboy, Washington?
40.0% of adults (25+) in Torboy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.