Fife, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fife, Washington is 10,902 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 118th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $90,515, the median home value is $480,600, and the median age is 31.9.
The population has grown 20.5% since 2010 (9,194 → 11,077).
10,902
Population
1869
People / sq mi
$90,515
Median Income
$480,600
Median Home Value
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Fife covers 5.8 sq mi of land at 1869 people per square mile.
About Fife, WA
Fife skews on age — the median resident is 31.9, younger than the national median. With 10,902 residents, Fife is a city in Washington.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $90,515 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.8%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $480,600, with typical rent around $1,836.
28.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 10.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Fife city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Fife city had a population of 9,194 in 2010 and 11,077 in 2024, a 20.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,077 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.37%.
11,077
Population (2024)
9,194
Population (2010)
11,077
Peak (2024)
1.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,194 |
| 2011 | 9,290 |
| 2012 | 9,315 |
| 2013 | 9,374 |
| 2014 | 9,493 |
| 2015 | 9,918 |
| 2016 | 10,060 |
| 2017 | 10,147 |
| 2018 | 10,176 |
| 2019 | 10,184 |
| 2020 | 11,064 |
| 2021 | 11,006 |
| 2022 | 10,847 |
| 2023 | 10,747 |
| 2024 | 11,077 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.1% |
| Black or African American | 11.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$90,515
Median Household Income
$39,293
Per Capita Income
7.8%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$480,600
Median Home Value
$1,836
Median Rent
46.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.1%
High School+
28.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.4%
Drive Alone
75.8%
Public Transit
10.3%
Work From Home
26.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.6%
Foreign Born
65.4%
Non-English at Home
9.4%
Veterans
7.1%
With Disability
89.9%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.6% |
| Retail Trade | 12.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.0% |
| Construction | 9.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.6% |
| Manufacturing | 7.9% |
| Public Administration | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.7% |
| Information | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fife, Washington has a population of 10,902 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 118th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Fife, Washington is $90,515, with 7.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fife, Washington is $480,600, with median monthly rent at $1,836 and a homeownership rate of 46.5%.
The median age in Fife, Washington is 31.9 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The population has grown 20.5% since 2010 (9,194 → 11,077).
Fife city, WA Climate
Fife city, WA has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F) and receives about 1067 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.9°C
Avg Temp
1067
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 39° | 149 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 120 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 110 mm |
| April | 10° / 49° | 83 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 53 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 46 mm |
| July | 18° / 65° | 23 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 31 mm |
| September | 16° / 60° | 48 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 83 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 160 mm |
| December | 4° / 40° | 161 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Fife city, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Fife city, WA are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 26°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.