Wilkeson town, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Wilkeson town, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Wilkeson town, Washington has a total population of 555, the 463rd largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $106,042, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.

Wilkeson town Quick Facts

Population 555

Median Household Income $106,042

Median Home Value $419,200

Poverty Rate 12.5%

Unemployment Rate 7.7%

Median Age 29.3 years

Homeownership Rate 87.4%

Affordability Ratio 4.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.0%

High School Graduation Rate 95.8%

Diversity Index 16/100

Population 555 463rd of 631

Median Income $106,042 top 30%

Poverty Rate 12.5% about average national

Median Home Value $419,200 average

How Wilkeson town Compares

Median Household Income

Wilkeson town

$106,042

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Wilkeson town

$419,200

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 1.1%

$25K-$50K 6.3%

$50K-$100K 34.5%

$100K+ 58.1%

Employment

7.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

66.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 87.4%

Renter 12.6%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.6%

18-34

33.5%

35-54

24.7%

55-74

17.1%

75+

1.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Wilkeson town Rankings in Washington

#463 Population of 631

#162 Median Income of 631

#491 Education of 631

#287 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Wilkeson town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lake McMurray CDP	533	N/A	$291,700	21.2%	7.3%
Ashford CDP	570	$110,785	N/A	38.3%	0.0%
Tampico CDP	514	$102,404	$377,300	7.1%	24.3%
Chinook CDP	557	$132,792	$331,100	10.3%	0.0%
Carbonado town	631	$105,469	$413,600	18.4%	0.0%

Population Overview

Wilkeson town is a small community located in Washington. The total population is 555. It ranks as the 463rd most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wilkeson town is 29.3 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wilkeson town is $106,042. This is 12% higher than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 35% higher. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.7%. This is 54% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $419,200. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 87.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Wilkeson town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.6%) is well below the state average of 14.1%.

Education

15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 95.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Wilkeson town, 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 Wilkeson town, Washington?

Wilkeson town, Washington has a population of 555 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Wilkeson town, WA?

The median household income in Wilkeson town is $106,042, which is 35% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Wilkeson town, WA?

The poverty rate in Wilkeson town is 12.5%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Wilkeson town, Washington?

Wilkeson town's population is 91.2% White, 0.0% Black, 5.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Wilkeson town, WA?

The median home value in Wilkeson town is $419,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Wilkeson town, Washington?

15.0% of adults (25+) in Wilkeson town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.