County · Washington
Pacific County, Washington
Pacific County, Washington. Pacific County had 24,357 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 4.2% since 2020, in line with Washington (+3.8%). It holds 11 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 7 census-designated) and 12 census tracts. GEOID 53049.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
24,357
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 23,365 · ACS 2020-2024: 23,994
Median household income
$67,081
±$5,075 (90% margin)
Washington: $98,141
Median home value
$334,800
±$12,792 (90% margin)
Washington: $564,600
Median gross rent
$1,005
±$78 (90% margin)
Washington: $1,760
How many people live in Pacific County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 23,365 residents in Pacific County. The Census Bureau estimates 24,357 for July 1, 2025, up 4.2% since 2020, in line with Washington (+3.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 23,994 over 933 square miles of land.
| Measure | Pacific County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 23,994 | 7,816,116 | +2,306 |
| Households | 10,977±428 | 3,064,820 | +1,698 |
| Average household size | 2.16±0.08 | 2.50 | −0.15 |
| Housing units | 16,325±43 | 3,306,620 | +112 |
Pacific County's population since 2000
From 20,984 in 2000 to 24,357 in 2025: up 16.1%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Pacific County?
Pacific County holds 11 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 7 census-designated places. The largest is Raymond with 3,235 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Raymond | 3,081 | $48,516 |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Park | 1,814 | $65,676 |
| South Bend | 1,746 | $45,000 |
| Long Beach | 1,688 | $53,032 |
| Ilwaco | 1,087 | $98,200 |
| ChinookGEOID 5312315 | 457 | $108,147 |
| NaselleGEOID 5348015 | 421 | $58,459 |
| Bay CenterGEOID 5304615 | 253 | $72,206 |
| WillapaGEOID 5378995 | 208 | not published |
| TokelandGEOID 5371680 | 158 | not published |
| LebamGEOID 5338880 | 150 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Pacific County?
The median resident of Pacific County is 55.0 years old; 15.0% are under 18 and 33.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 79.4%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 9.9%. 5.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Pacific County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 55.0±0.2 | 38.3 | +1.4 |
| Under 18 years | 15.0%±0.3 pts | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 33.0%±0.6 pts | 16.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 9.9% | 14.4% | +0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 79.4%±0.8 pts | 63.1% | −2.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.4 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.6%±0.3 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 1.9%±0.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.5%±0.8 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 1.1%±0.6 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 5.3%±0.9 pts | 15.4% | −1.5 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 9.9%±1.5 pts | 21.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 11.5%±1.3 pts | 7.8% | – |
| With a disability | 23.2%±1.8 pts | 13.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.7%±1.3 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.9%±1.3 pts | 92.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 24.9%±2.3 pts | 39.6% | +6.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.8%±1.1 pts | 15.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.7%±0.9 pts | 2.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Pacific County earn?
Half of Pacific County's 10,977 households earn less than $67,081 a year (±$5,075), against $98,141 in Washington. In 2015-2019 the median was $57,514 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $9,567 after inflation. 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Pacific County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $67,081±$5,075 | $98,141 | +$9,567 |
| Mean household income | $93,753±$7,083 | $134,588 | – |
| Per capita income | $43,397±$3,300 | $53,744 | +$11,265 |
| People below the poverty line | 10.4%±1.4 pts | 9.9% | −5.6 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 10.2%±3.1 pts | 11.6% | −9.9 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.1%±2.1 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.7%±1.8 pts | 93.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Pacific County?
Owners occupy 81.8% of Pacific County's occupied homes and renters 18.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $334,800 by its owner (±$12,792). The median renter pays $1,005 a month including utilities, and 36.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Pacific County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $334,800±$12,792 | $564,600 | +$117,213 |
| Median gross rent | $1,005±$78 | $1,760 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 36.0%±8.2 pts | 40.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,652±$88 | $2,445 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 81.8%±2.3 pts | 63.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 16,325±43 | 3,306,620 | +112 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.7%±1.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.0%±3.1 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 73.6%±2.3 pts | 61.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 16.5%±2.0 pts | 5.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 17.0%±1.9 pts | 9.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Pacific County building?
Builders took permits for 64 new housing units across Pacific County in 2025 (64 single-family), 2.6 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Pacific County get to work?
63.5% of Pacific County's workers drive alone and 16.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.2%.
| Measure | Pacific County | Washington | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 48.1%±2.4 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.2%±1.5 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 63.5%±3.3 pts | 63.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.6%±2.8 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Walked | 5.3%±2.0 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 16.5%±2.5 pts | 19.8% | +9.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.2 min±2.2 | 26.6 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Pacific County's census tracts?
Pacific County is divided into 12 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $51,920 (Tract 9508.02) to $81,859 (Tract 9505.02).
| Tract 950253049950200 | 4,989±361 | $55,694 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9503.0153049950301 | 2,093±363 | $68,170 |
| Tract 9503.0253049950302 | 1,540±288 | $74,000 |
| Tract 950453049950400 | 4,142±419 | $71,157 |
| Tract 9505.0153049950501 | 1,692±448 | $57,500 |
| Tract 9505.0253049950502 | 788±225 | $81,859 |
| Tract 950653049950600 | 1,788±378 | $53,005 |
| Tract 9507.0153049950701 | 1,771±384 | $62,083 |
| Tract 9507.0253049950702 | 1,944±272 | $81,355 |
| Tract 9508.0153049950801 | 1,997±295 | $80,208 |
| Tract 9508.0253049950802 | 1,250±230 | $51,920 |
| Tract 990153049990100 | 0±13 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Pacific County compare with Washington's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 28th of 39 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 22nd of 39 |
| Residents per square mile | 24th of 39 |
| Median household income | 32nd of 39 |
| Median home value | 29th of 39 |
| Median gross rent | 30th of 39 |
| Poverty rate | 28th of 39 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 22nd of 39 |
| Median age | 3rd of 39 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Pacific County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.