Pasco, Washington
Quick Statistics
Pasco is a community in Franklin County, Washington, home to about 79,575 people spread across 39.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $39,897 a year, and a typical home is worth about $376,300. About 30.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 87.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 33 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, Pasco ranks number 16 of 628 in population, number 293 in median household income, number 364 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Pasco typically top out near 90°F in July, while January nights average about 25°F. The area sees roughly 2 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | West Pasco, WA | 3.0 mi. | 1,122 |
| 2. | Kennewick, WA | 5.4 mi. | 85,295 |
| 3. | Finley, WA | 7.6 mi. | 5,634 |
| 4. | Burbank, WA | 8.1 mi. | 3,589 |
| 5. | Richland, WA | 8.4 mi. | 62,753 |
| 6. | West Richland, WA | 13.1 mi. | 17,586 |
| 7. | Wallula, WA | 16.2 mi. | 145 |
| 8. | Benton City, WA | 17.1 mi. | 3,695 |
What is the population of Pasco, Washington?
Pasco has a population of about 79,575 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Pasco, Washington in?
Pasco is located in Franklin County, Washington.
What is the median home value in Pasco, Washington?
The median home value in Pasco is about $376,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Pasco, Washington?
The median personal income in Pasco is about $39,897 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Pasco, Washington?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Franklin County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Pasco, Washington?
Typical July highs run about 90 degrees and January lows about 25 degrees, with around 2 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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