Douglas County, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 25th-largest in Washington
The population of Douglas County, Washington is 43,733 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 25th-largest county in Washington. The median household income is $80,374, the median home value is $402,900, and the median age is 38.4.
The population of Douglas County has grown 18.9% since 2010 (38,513 → 45,795), a +1.24% annualized rate.
43,733
Population
+1.24%
Annual growth
24
People / sq mi
$80,374
Median Income
$402,900
Median Home Value
Douglas County covers 1,819 sq mi of land at 24.0 people per square mile.
About Douglas County, WA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Douglas County: the median home is valued at $402,900. Douglas County is a county in Washington with a population of 43,733. It ranks #25 among counties in Washington by population.
The typical household earns $80,374 a year, near the US median of $78,538. Only 5.4% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $402,900, with typical rent around $1,234.
21.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 7.6%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Douglas County — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Douglas County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Douglas County had a population of 38,513 in 2010 and 45,795 in 2024, a 18.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 45,795 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.25%.
45,795
Population (2024)
38,513
Population (2010)
45,795
Peak (2024)
1.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 38,513 |
| 2011 | 38,660 |
| 2012 | 39,192 |
| 2013 | 39,379 |
| 2014 | 39,757 |
| 2015 | 40,521 |
| 2016 | 41,312 |
| 2017 | 41,961 |
| 2018 | 42,518 |
| 2019 | 43,251 |
| 2020 | 43,032 |
| 2021 | 43,847 |
| 2022 | 44,147 |
| 2023 | 45,010 |
| 2024 | 45,795 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 61.9% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
38.4
Median Age
48.3%
Female
51.7%
Male
18.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.6% · Seniors (65+): 18.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $80,374$-14,578 vs state |
| Mean household income | $110,625 |
| Per-capita income | $40,039 |
| Poverty rate | 5.4%-1.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Douglas County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.8% of workers.
How residents commute
1.0%
Drive alone
1.4%
Carpool
78.2%
Public transit
7.6%
Work from home
21.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$402,900$-116,900 vs state
Median home value
$1,234
Median rent
68.4%
Homeownership rate
17,721
Total housing units
88.6%
Occupied
11.4%
Vacant
31.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.6%
With health insurance
94.8%
With broadband internet
25.7%
Foreign-born
7.5%
Veterans (18+)
17.0%
With a disability
70.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
82.5%
High School+
21.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Douglas County, Washington has a population of 43,733 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 25th-largest county in Washington. Population density is 24 people per square mile.
The population of Douglas County has grown 18.9% since 2010 (38,513 → 45,795), a +1.24% annualized rate.
The median household income in Douglas County, Washington is $80,374, with mean (average) household income of $110,625 and per-capita income of $40,039. 5.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Douglas County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (61.9%), Hispanic or Latino (2.3%), Black or African American (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Douglas County, Washington is 38.4 years. Residents are 48.3% female and 51.7% male.
The median home value in Douglas County is $402,900 and median monthly rent is $1,234. 68.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 17,721 total housing units, 11.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Douglas County, Washington is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.
Seattle is among the largest cities associated with Douglas County, Washington, with a population of 741,440.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.