The small city of Kelso, WA is home to 98626 people. With a population density of 184 people per square mile, this area is rural, yet growing in popularity for its unique blend of outdoor activities and local businesses. One can enjoy activities such as hiking and camping at nearby Mount St. Helens Volcano National Monument or fishing on the Cowlitz River that runs through the city. For those looking to explore the city center, there are numerous restaurants, shops, movie theaters and pubs with live music. They also have many organizations dedicated to promoting community health including the Kelso Community Health Center and Friends of Lewis County Parks & Trails. Local sporting events include weekly races at Cowlitz Speedway and annual tournaments for fishing on the Cowlitz River.
The population in Kelso (zip 98626) is 23,818. There are 174 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Kelso (zip 98626) is 40.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Kelso (zip 98626) is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Kelso (zip 98626)
- 49.8% are married
- 15.1% are divorced
- 27.5% are married with children
- 19.3% have children, but are single
Race in Kelso (zip 98626)
- 82.9% are White
- 1.0% are Black
- 1.7% are Asian
- 1.7% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 8.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.7% Two or more races
- 0.3% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander