2023 ACS Census Data · Population 210,224
Benton County is a mid-sized county in Washington with a population of 210,224. The median household income is $87,316, 34% above the national average. The poverty rate is 11.1%, median home value is $369,400, and 33.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Its college education attainment is 37% above the national average.
Population
210,224
2023 estimate
Rank #327 of 3,222 counties
Median Income?The midpoint of all household incomes — half of households earn more, half earn less.Learn more →
$87,316
Household
Rank #305 of 3,222 counties
Median Home Value?Estimated market value of owner-occupied homes at the 50th percentile.
$369,400
Owner-occupied
Rank #286 of 3,222 counties
Bachelor's Degree+?Percent of adults 25 and older who hold at least a bachelor's degree.Learn more →
33.0%
Adults 25+
Rank #536 of 3,222 counties
Location
Population breakdown by race, ethnicity, and age
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Female Population?Percent of the total population identifying as female.
49.6%
Foreign-Born?Percent of residents born outside the United States.
11.2%
Speak Non-English at Home?Percent of households where a language other than English is spoken at home.
21.3%
Veterans?Percent of civilian population 18 and over who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
5.7%
Income, poverty, and employment data from the American Community Survey
Benchmarks vs State & National
Median Household Income
14% above Washington avg·34% above national avg
Poverty Rate
10% above Washington avg·26% above national avg
Labor Force Participation
10% above Washington avg·8% above national avg
Economic Indicators
Per Capita Income?Total income divided by total population — the average income per person, regardless of household size.Learn more →
$41,588
Poverty Rate?Percent of residents living below the federal poverty line, which varies by household size.Learn more →
11.1%
Labor Force Participation?Percent of civilians 16+ who are employed or actively looking for work.Learn more →
62.2%
Home values, ownership rates, and rental costs
Benchmarks vs State & National
Median Home Value
7% below Washington avg·77% above national avg
Median Monthly Rent
4% above Washington avg·35% above national avg
Home Ownership Rate
3% below Washington avg·6% below national avg
Housing Cost Burden
9% above Washington avg·11% below national avg
Housing Units
81,792
Households
76,696
Ownership & Cost Burden
Persons per Household?Average number of people living in each occupied housing unit.
2.7
Median Owner Costs (w/ Mortgage)?Typical monthly costs for homeowners with a mortgage, including principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.Learn more →
$1,904
Broadband Subscription?Percent of households with a broadband internet subscription.Learn more →
91.8%
Mean Commute Time?Average one-way travel time to work, in minutes, for workers 16 and older.Learn more →
22 min
Educational attainment among adults
Benchmarks vs State & National
Bachelor's Degree Rate
13% above Washington avg·37% above national avg
High School Graduation Rate
0% below Washington avg·2% above national avg
Attainment
Health & Access
With Disability (under 65)?Percent of residents under 65 with a cognitive, physical, or sensory disability.Learn more →
10.2%
Without Health Insurance (under 65)?Percent of residents under 65 who lack any form of health insurance coverage.Learn more →
8.8%
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