Orchards, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Orchards, Washington is 29,716 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 45th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $96,893, the median home value is $437,100, and the median age is 34.8.
29,716
Population
5551
People / sq mi
$96,893
Median Income
$437,100
Median Home Value
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Orchards covers 5.4 sq mi of land at 5551 people per square mile.
About Orchards, WA
What distinguishes Orchards is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 5,551 people per square mile. With 29,716 residents, Orchards is a city in Washington. It ranks #45 among cities in Washington by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $96,893 — above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.9%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $437,100, with typical rent around $1,685.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 24.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.3%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Orchards: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$96,893
Median Household Income
$41,222
Per Capita Income
8.9%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$437,100
Median Home Value
$1,685
Median Rent
67.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.3%
High School+
24.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
76.1%
Public Transit
12.3%
Work From Home
27.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
45.3%
Foreign Born
76.1%
Non-English at Home
7.9%
Veterans
11.2%
With Disability
91.8%
Health Insurance
98.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.8% |
| Manufacturing | 15.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.1% |
| Construction | 7.8% |
| Retail Trade | 7.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Orchards, Washington has a population of 29,716 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 45th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Orchards, Washington is $96,893, with 8.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Orchards, Washington is $437,100, with median monthly rent at $1,685 and a homeownership rate of 67.5%.
The median age in Orchards, Washington is 34.8 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
Orchards Cdp, WA Climate
Orchards Cdp, WA has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F) and receives about 1387 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.3°C
Avg Temp
1387
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 39° | 201 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 159 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 141 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 103 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 80 mm |
| June | 16° / 62° | 56 mm |
| July | 19° / 66° | 25 mm |
| August | 19° / 67° | 34 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 61 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 109 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 204 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 214 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 Orchards Cdp, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Orchards Cdp, WA are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 27°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.