Orchards

WA

Clark County, Washington

Population 517K |Median income $97,536 |3 hospitals

Population
516,959
Clark County
Median Income
$97,536
+43% vs avg
Median Home Value
$522,900
+130% vs avg
Median Age
39.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
517K+20%
Median Income
$97,536+68%
Median Home Value
$522,900+125%
Poverty Rate
8%-35%
Unemployment
5.3%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,748/mo
Poverty Rate
8% -44% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 33.3%
Work From Home 19.1%
Public Transit 1%

Population

White 75.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.3%
Asian 5%
African American 2.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.3%
High Blood Pressure
31.1%
Short Sleep Duration
30%
Physical Inactivity
19.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Current Asthma
11.6%
Current Smoking
11%
Diabetes
9.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 69.1%
Annual Checkup 68.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.6%
Stroke
3%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
2
★★★
0
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
PEACEHEALTH SOUTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER
VANCOUVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
LEGACY SALMON CREEK MEDICAL CENTER
VANCOUVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Orchards Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Whitton as Demamiel Rd Fire Brought Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd, Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Orchards, WA? ▼
Orchards, WA has a population of 516,959 people, located in Clark County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Orchards? ▼
The median household income in Orchards, WA is $97,536 per year. The poverty rate is 8%.
What is the median home value in Orchards? ▼
The median home value in Orchards, WA is $522,900. Median rent is $1,748/month.
What are the top health concerns in Orchards? ▼
The top health indicators in Orchards include Obesity (35.3%), High Blood Pressure (31.1%), Short Sleep Duration (30%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Orchards? ▼
Orchards has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Orchards? ▼
The median age in Orchards, WA is 39.1 years. 33.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Orchards, WA is located in Clark County, Washington. With a population of 517K and a median household income of $97,536, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Orchards area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Clark County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.