Pasco, WA Census Data
The 16th largest city in Washington by population · 26 cities ranked
Pasco is the 16th largest city in Washington by population and ranks 18th of 26 for median household income. With 78,446 residents, its poverty rate of 12.6% ranks among the higher rates in Washington. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
78,446
50.4% male · 49.6% female
Median Age
30.2
8.5 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$81,130
$2,592 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
20.7%
14.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 76.0%
Poverty Rate
12.6%
0.2% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 12.1%
Broadband Access
96.5%
6.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$344,700
Median rent: $1,201 · 69% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.2%
Labor force participation: 63.8%
Per Capita Income
$41,502
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.9%
Disability rate: 11.5%
How Pasco Compares to Other Washington Cities
Rankings among all 26 Washington cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 16th of 26 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 18th of 26 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 18th of 26 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 26th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 22nd of 26 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Pasco, WA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Pasco, WA?
The population of Pasco, WA is 78,446 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 30.2 years.
What is the median household income in Pasco?
The median household income in Pasco, WA is $81,130, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $41,502.
What is the poverty rate in Pasco?
The poverty rate in Pasco, WA is 12.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 12.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Pasco residents have a college degree?
20.7% of adults (25+) in Pasco hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 76.0% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Pasco?
The median home value in Pasco, WA is $344,700. Median rent is $1,201 per month, with 69% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Pasco?
Pasco's population is 50.0% White, 2.0% Black, 57.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Pasco rank among Washington cities?
Pasco is the 16th largest city in Washington by population, the 18th highest for median household income, the 18th lowest for poverty rate, the 26th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 26 ranked Washington cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Pasco?
The unemployment rate in Pasco, WA is 5.2%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.8%. Per capita income is $41,502.
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