Tieton, Washington is a small town located in Yakima County with a population of 3,233 as of 2019. The population density in Tieton is 84 people per square mile. Tieton is a small but vibrant community that offers many activities for residents and visitors alike. There are many local businesses such as the General Mercantile and the Grocery Outlet that offer goods and services to the citizens of Tieton. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, nearby Rimrock Lake provides year-round fishing and camping opportunities while Cowiche Canyon offers miles of hiking trails with stunning views of Mt. Rainier and other Cascade Mountains peaks. In addition to outdoor recreation there are several organizations such as the Friends of Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center that provide educational programs and enrichment to the local community. Finally, sports fans can attend local events such as high school football games held at Tieton High School which offers a great opportunity to cheer on their home team.
The population in Tieton (zip 98947) is 3,233. There are 78 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Tieton (zip 98947) is 26.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Tieton (zip 98947) is 3.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Tieton (zip 98947)
- 42.8% are married
- 15.4% are divorced
- 40.2% are married with children
- 20.8% have children, but are single
Race in Tieton (zip 98947)
- 46.1% are White
- 3.2% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 2.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 44.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander