Port Angeles, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Port Angeles, Washington is 20,087 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 74th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $61,640, the median home value is $324,800, and the median age is 41.5.
The population has grown 5.5% since 2010 (19,059 → 20,112).
20,087
Population
1875
People / sq mi
$61,640
Median Income
$324,800
Median Home Value
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Port Angeles covers 10.7 sq mi of land at 1875 people per square mile.
About Port Angeles, WA
Port Angeles is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 45.4% of the population. With 20,087 residents, Port Angeles is a city in Washington.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $61,640, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.9%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $324,800, with typical rent around $1,134.
Roughly 31.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Port Angeles, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Port Angeles city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Port Angeles city had a population of 19,059 in 2010 and 20,112 in 2024, a 5.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,293 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.39%.
20,112
Population (2024)
19,059
Population (2010)
20,293
Peak (2021)
0.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,059 |
| 2011 | 19,105 |
| 2012 | 19,049 |
| 2013 | 19,073 |
| 2014 | 19,170 |
| 2015 | 19,341 |
| 2016 | 19,599 |
| 2017 | 19,889 |
| 2018 | 20,097 |
| 2019 | 20,229 |
| 2020 | 20,002 |
| 2021 | 20,293 |
| 2022 | 20,143 |
| 2023 | 20,067 |
| 2024 | 20,112 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$61,640
Median Household Income
$34,383
Per Capita Income
5.9%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$324,800
Median Home Value
$1,134
Median Rent
54.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.0%
High School+
31.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.5%
Drive Alone
72.7%
Public Transit
8.6%
Work From Home
18.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
45.4%
Foreign Born
93.5%
Non-English at Home
10.1%
Veterans
18.9%
With Disability
93.2%
Health Insurance
94.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.0% |
| Public Administration | 7.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.0% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Retail Trade | 5.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.2% |
| Manufacturing | 5.2% |
| Information | 4.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Port Angeles, Washington has a population of 20,087 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 74th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Port Angeles, Washington is $61,640, with 5.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Port Angeles, Washington is $324,800, with median monthly rent at $1,134 and a homeownership rate of 54.3%.
The median age in Port Angeles, Washington is 41.5 years. The population is 48.5% male and 51.5% female.
The population has grown 5.5% since 2010 (19,059 → 20,112).
Port Angeles city, WA Climate
Port Angeles city, WA has an average annual temperature of 9.3°C (49°F) and receives about 945 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.3°C
Avg Temp
945
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 38° | 145 mm |
| February | 5° / 40° | 106 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 85 mm |
| April | 8° / 47° | 53 mm |
| May | 11° / 52° | 37 mm |
| June | 13° / 56° | 30 mm |
| July | 16° / 60° | 22 mm |
| August | 16° / 61° | 27 mm |
| September | 14° / 57° | 38 mm |
| October | 10° / 50° | 88 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 153 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 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 Port Angeles city, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Port Angeles city, WA are typically August, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 22°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.