Wahkiakum County, Washington Demographics 2026
Wahkiakum County, Washington has a population of 4,573, the 37th most populous county in Washington. The median household income is $57,091 and the median home value is $344,500. The poverty rate is 15.7%.
Wahkiakum County Quick Facts
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: 55 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Wahkiakum County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Island | 1,136 | $65,395 | 14.5% | $398,200 |
| East Cathlamet | 667 | N/A | 30.7% | N/A |
| Cathlamet | 569 | $57,750 | 17.0% | $364,900 |
| Rosburg | 468 | $56,596 | 9.2% | $221,600 |
| Skamokawa Valley | 311 | N/A | 35.0% | $290,000 |
| Lower Elochoman | 235 | N/A | 5.1% | $448,400 |
| Deep River | 197 | $41,827 | 14.4% | $256,300 |
| Grays River | 190 | $70,417 | 20.5% | N/A |
| Upper Elochoman | 94 | $90,455 | 6.4% | $410,500 |
| Altoona | 46 | $95,000 | 0.0% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Wahkiakum County is located in Washington with a total population of 4,573. It is the 37th most populous county out of 39 in Washington. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wahkiakum County is 54.8 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 38.2 years. 13.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wahkiakum County is $57,091. This is 40% lower than the state median of $94,952. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $78,538. The poverty rate stands at 15.7%. This is 59% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $344,500. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x. 84.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 63.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wahkiakum County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.1%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.1%) is well below the state average of 14.1%. The Asian population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.
Education
22.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 92.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Wahkiakum County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023), with comparisons drawn against Washington and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Wahkiakum County, Washington?
Wahkiakum County has a population of 4,573, making it the 37th most populous county in Washington.
What is the median income in Wahkiakum County?
The median household income in Wahkiakum County is $57,091 with a poverty rate of 15.7%.
How many cities are in Wahkiakum County, Washington?
Wahkiakum County contains 10 Census-designated places.