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Fort Lewis, Washington

Last updated: 2024 BLS data · Page refreshed:

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates
15,167
Population
$58,796
Median Income
22.9
Median Age

Demographics

Fort Lewis has a population of 15,167 with a median age of 22.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
50.2%
Hispanic
26.5%
Black
17.2%
Asian
3.7%
Other
2.4%
Demographic Value
Total Population15,167
Median Age22.9
White50.2%
Black or African American17.2%
Asian3.7%
Hispanic or Latino26.5%
Other / Two or More Races2.4%
Fort Lewis, Washington — racial composition (Census ACS 2024)Donut chart of 5 segments totaling 100.White: 50.2%Hispanic/Latino: 26.5%Black: 17.2%Asian: 3.7%Other: 2.4%15,167PopulationWhiteWhite50.2%Hispanic/LatinoHispanic/Latino26.5%BlackBlack17.2%AsianAsian3.7%OtherOther2.4%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Fort Lewis is $58,796, which is 27.1% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $24,633. The poverty rate is 13.2%.

$58,796
Median Household Income
$24,633
Per Capita Income
13.2%
Poverty Rate

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Education

In Fort Lewis, 97.3% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 24.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5.7% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
97.3%
Bachelor's+
24.4%
Graduate+
5.7%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher97.3%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher24.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree5.7%

Housing

$2,282/mo
Median Rent
1.0%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Monthly Rent$2,282
Homeownership Rate1.0%
Vacancy Rate12.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fort Lewis, Washington?
The population of Fort Lewis, Washington is 15,167 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fort Lewis, Washington?
The median household income in Fort Lewis, Washington is $58,796. This is 27.1% below the national median of $80,610.
What percentage of people in Fort Lewis have a college degree?
In Fort Lewis, Washington, 24.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 97.3% have a high school diploma or higher.

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