Okanogan, WA is a small rural town located in north central Washington and is home to just under 3,000 people. The population density of Okanogan is 1,297 people per square mile which is significantly lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile.
The area offers plenty of year-round outdoor activities such as fishing and hiking at Pearrygin Lake State Park or golfing at the nearby Oroville Golf Course along with many other local attractions. There are also numerous local businesses for residents and visitors to enjoy such as Sun Mountain Lodge & Resort, Cascades Outdoor Rentals, and Country Store.
Additionally, Okanogan has several organizations that are dedicated to improving the community including the Okanogan Valley Gleaners and the Okanogan County Land Trust. Local sports teams include high school sports teams from Tonasket High School as well as youth leagues for baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and more.
The population in Okanogan is 2,990. There are 1,488 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Okanogan is 37.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Okanogan is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Okanogan
- 41.2% are married
- 19.9% are divorced
- 13.5% are married with children
- 32.3% have children, but are single
Race in Okanogan
- 77.4% are White
- 2.7% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 2.1% are Native American
- 1.2% claim Other
- 14.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander