Washington

Wahkiakum

4,422
2020 population
1860
first census record
17
census records

About Wahkiakum

Wahkiakum, Washington, first appears in the United States federal census in 1860, when it recorded a population of 42. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 4,422.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, one documented military engagement has been recorded within the county, among them Cathlamet Village Defense – Columbia River, and 6 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
20204,422
20103,978
20003,824
19903,327
19803,832
19703,592
19603,426
19503,835
19404,286
19303,862
19203,472
19103,285
19002,819
18902,526
18801,598
1870270
186042
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Wahkiakum

Military engagements that took place in Wahkiakum, Washington.

Cathlamet Village Defense – Columbia River
1350

Historic places in Wahkiakum

National Register of Historic Places listings in Wahkiakum, Washington.

Skamokawa Historic District
Skamokawa
Deep River Pioneer Lutheran Church
Deep River
Grays River Covered Bridge
Grays River
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Frequently asked about Wahkiakum

When does Wahkiakum first appear in the US census?
Wahkiakum, Washington first appears in the federal census in 1860, with a recorded population of 42.
What is the population of Wahkiakum?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Wahkiakum had a recorded population of 4,422.
Were any battles fought in Wahkiakum?
1 documented military engagement took place in Wahkiakum, including Cathlamet Village Defense – Columbia River.
How many historic places are in Wahkiakum?
6 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Wahkiakum, Washington.
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