Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 12.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.2% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,241 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 21,881 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 14,220 (19%) |
| Associates | 14,098 (18.8%) |
| Bachelors | 10,126 (13.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,286 (17.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,797 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $378,459 ▲ 36% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,173/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 47,542 |
| Vacant Units | 2,845 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cowlitz County is located in Washington and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 115,776 residents. With a median age of 40.7, it is a middle-aged county.
Cowlitz County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $75,797 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Cowlitz County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $378,459 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,172. Homeownership rates are high at 66.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cowlitz County are primarily White (81.08%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Cowlitz County, WA is a middle-income area in Washington. The 11 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98603 | Ariel | 1,192 | $77,188 | $368,800 | $585 | 0.0% | 29.9% |
| 98611 | Castle Rock | 9,367 | $81,630 | $382,000 | $1,348 | 3.8% | 27.7% |
| 98616 | Cougar | 81 | $31,492 | — | — | 0.0% | 17.3% |
| 98625 | Kalama | 7,020 | $118,536 | $442,000 | — | 3.1% | 44.5% |
| 98626 | Kelso | 26,948 | $70,058 | $339,800 | $1,169 | 7.1% | 27.8% |
| 98632 | Longview | 50,845 | $64,705 | $355,200 | $1,142 | 5.4% | 30.9% |
| 98581 | Ryderwood | 383 | $37,039 | $200,000 | — | 0.0% | 48.1% |
| 98645 | Silverlake | 2,195 | $102,664 | $467,000 | $782 | 7.9% | 46.2% |
| 98649 | Toutle | 980 | $57,167 | $286,600 | $885 | 2.8% | 14.4% |
| 98674 | Woodland | 16,765 | $96,081 | $481,100 | $1,283 | 2.2% | 32.9% |