Graph and download economic data for Estimate of Median Household Income for Washington (MHIWA53000A052NCEN) from 1989 to 2023 about WA, households, median, income, and USA.

In 2023, the median household income in Washington amounted to 93,440 U.S. dollars. This is an increase from the previous year, when the median household income in the state amounted to 89,430 U.S. dollars. The median household income for the United States may be accessed here.

Washington State Median Income by County

Household data are collected as of March.

As stated in the Census's "Source and Accuracy of Estimates for Income, Poverty, and Health Insurance Coverage in the United States: 2011" (http://www.census.gov/hhes/www/p60_243sa.pdf):

Estimation of Median Incomes. The Census Bureau has changed the methodology for computing median income over time. The Census Bureau has computed medians using either Pareto interpolation or linear interpolation. Currently, we are using linear interpolation to estimate all medians. Pareto interpolation assumes a decreasing density of population within an income interval, whereas linear interpolation assumes a constant density of population within an income interval. The Census Bureau calculated estimates of median income and associated standard errors for 1979 through 1987 using Pareto interpolation if the estimate was larger than $20,000 for people or $40,000 for families and households. This is because the width of the income interval containing the estimate is greater than $2,500.

We calculated estimates of median income and associated standard errors for 1976, 1977, and 1978 using Pareto interpolation if the estimate was larger than $12,000 for people or $18,000 for families and households. This is because the width of the income interval containing the estimate is greater than $1,000. All other estimates of median income and associated standard errors for 1976 through 2011 (2012 ASEC) and almost all of the estimates of median income and associated standard errors for 1975 and earlier were calculated using linear interpolation.

Thus, use caution when comparing median incomes above $12,000 for people or $18,000 for families and households for different years. Median incomes below those levels are more comparable from year to year since they have always been calculated using linear interpolation. For an indication of the comparability of medians calculated using Pareto interpolation with medians calculated using linear interpolation, see Series P-60, Number 114, Money Income in 1976 of Families and Persons in the United States (www2.census.gov/prod2/popscan/p60-114.pdf).

Median Household Income in Washington was 93440.00000 Current $ in January of 2023, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Median Household Income in Washington reached a record high of 93440.00000 in January of 2023 and a record low of 24000.00000 in January of 1985. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Median Household Income in Washington - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

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About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the the household distribution across 16 income brackets among four distinct age groups in Washington: Under 25 years, 25-44 years, 45-64 years, and over 65 years. The dataset highlights the variation in household income, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different age categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• Upon closer examination of the distribution of households among age brackets, it reveals that there are 133,028(4.32%) households where the householder is under 25 years old, 1,125,379(36.54%) households with a householder aged between 25 and 44 years, 1,031,421(33.49%) households with a householder aged between 45 and 64 years, and 790,125(25.65%) households where the householder is over 65 years old.
• The age group of 45 to 64 years exhibits the highest median household income, while the largest number of households falls within the 25 to 44 years bracket. This distribution hints at economic disparities within the state of Washington, showcasing varying income levels among different age demographics.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates.

Income brackets:

• Less than $10,000
• $10,000 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $19,999
• $20,000 to $24,999
• $25,000 to $29,999
• $30,000 to $34,999
• $35,000 to $39,999
• $40,000 to $44,999
• $45,000 to $49,999
• $50,000 to $59,999
• $60,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $100,000 to $124,999
• $125,000 to $149,999
• $150,000 to $199,999
• $200,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Income: This column showcases 16 income brackets ranging from Under $10,000 to $200,000+ ( As mentioned above).
• Under 25 years: The count of households led by a head of household under 25 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 25 to 44 years: The count of households led by a head of household 25 to 44 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 45 to 64 years: The count of households led by a head of household 45 to 64 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 65 years and over: The count of households led by a head of household 65 years and over old with income within a specified income bracket.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

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Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees: Manufacturing in Washington was 39.67000 $ per Hour in January of 2024, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees: Manufacturing in Washington reached a record high of 39.67000 in January of 2024 and a record low of 27.56000 in January of 2007. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees: Manufacturing in Washington - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

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