Population Characteristics
In 2017, the median age of all people in Kelso, WA was 36. The highest age distribution is between 0-5 years old, followed by 45-49 year olds.
Race & Ethnicity
The following bar chart shows 7 races and ethnicities represented in Kelso, WA as a share of the total population. The most represented race in Kelso, WA is white.
Education
As of 2017, 82% of the population in Kelso, WA had graduated from high school, while 8% had attained a bachelors degree or higher. For year 2017, the majority of the population were enrolled in elementary school (1st – 8th grade), followed by high school then college.
Global Diversity
This chart identifies the most common birthplace for the foreign-born residents residing within Kelso, WA. In 2017, the most common birthplace for the foreign-born residents of Kelso, WA was in the region of Latin America, followed by Asia.
Commuter Transportation
This graph shows the most commonly used mode of transportation within Kelso, WA and the average commute time. In 2017, the most common method of travel for workers in Kelso, WA was driving alone.
Health Care Coverage
The following visualization shows health insurance coverage for residents in Kelso, WA. In 2017, 90% of the population had health insurance, with the majority having private health coverage.
Household Characteristics
In 2017 there were a total of 4,519 households in Kelso, WA with an average family size of 3 people per household. In 2017 there were more renters than homeowners with 53% of the housing units in Kelso, WA being renter occupied.