Chelan County's 2026 population is estimated at 82,806, reflecting a 0.96% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Chelan County is the 17th largest county in Washington. The 2010 population was 72,747 and has grown 13.83% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.4 years
Female: 41.3 years
Male: 39.7 years
There are 62,063 adults, (16,769 of whom are seniors) in Chelan County.
Female: 39,786 (49.6%)
Male: 40,386 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Chelan County includes 66.99% White, 16.05% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 53,704 | 66.99% |
| Other race | 12,871 | 16.05% |
| Two or more races | 11,514 | 14.36% |
| Native American | 887 | 1.11% |
| Asian | 661 | 0.82% |
| Black or African American | 425 | 0.53% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 110 | 0.14% |
Chelan County 's average per capita income is $48,381. Household income levels show a median of $82,381. The poverty rate stands at 8.27%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $108,425 | - |
| Families | $96,174 | $129,721 |
| Households | $82,381 | $112,869 |
| Non Families | $45,969 | $71,885 |
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