Belfair, WA

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Belfair Overview

4,175
TOTAL POPULATION
2,290
MALE POPULATION
1,885
FEMALE POPULATION
121.49
MALES / 100 FEMALES
82.31
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,755
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,875
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,080
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,994
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Belfair Zip Codes

Belfair Area Codes

Race in Belfair

The most populous races in Belfair are White / Caucasian (2,962 | 71.0%), Hispanic or Latino (696 | 16.7%), and Some other Race (584 | 14.0%).
Race in Belfair
Race# Population% Population
Asian1473.5%
Black / African American2064.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino69616.7%
Native / Alaskan70.2%
White / Caucasian2,96271.0%
Two or more Races2696.4%
Some other Race58414.0%
Total4,175100.0%

Ancestry in Belfair

The most populous ancestries reported in Belfair are Central American (584 | 14.0%), Guatemalan (584 | 14.0%), English (475 | 11.4%), Norwegian (425 | 10.2%), and German (373 | 8.9%), together accounting for 58.5% of all Belfair residents.
Ancestry in Belfair
Ancestry# Population% Population
American571.4%
Bhutanese100.2%
British250.6%
Central American58414.0%
Czech220.5%
Danish140.3%
Dutch130.3%
Eastern European220.5%
English47511.4%
European1363.3%
Finnish390.9%
French902.2%
French Canadian150.4%
German3738.9%
Guamanian / Chamorro100.2%
Guatemalan58414.0%
Iranian380.9%
Irish2465.9%
Iroquois561.3%
Italian2135.1%
Korean1222.9%
Mexican631.5%
Mexican American Indian571.4%
Native Hawaiian561.3%
Navajo320.8%
Norwegian42510.2%
Pakistani260.6%
Polish771.8%
Portuguese210.5%
Puerto Rican280.7%
Romanian120.3%
Russian10.0%
Samoan350.8%
Scandinavian771.8%
Scotch-Irish1403.4%
Scottish681.6%
Spaniard210.5%
Sri Lankan30.1%
Swedish791.9%
Thai872.1%
Welsh691.7%
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Immigrants in Belfair

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Belfair came from Central America (215 | 5.1%), Latin America (215 | 5.1%), Guatemala (180 | 4.3%), Asia (112 | 2.7%), and South Central Asia (83 | 2.0%), together accounting for 19.3% of all Belfair residents.
Immigrants in Belfair
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia1122.7%
Central America2155.1%
Europe60.1%
Guatemala1804.3%
India551.3%
Iran280.7%
Latin America2155.1%
Mexico350.8%
Northern Europe60.1%
South Central Asia832.0%
South Eastern Asia290.7%
Thailand260.6%
Vietnam30.1%
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Sex and Age in Belfair

Sex and Age in Belfair

The most populous age groups in Belfair are 25 to 29 Years (287 | 12.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (235 | 12.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Belfair
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years150 (6.6%)112 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years158 (6.9%)203 (10.8%)
10 to 14 Years79 (3.5%)75 (4.0%)
15 to 19 Years94 (4.1%)139 (7.4%)
20 to 24 Years168 (7.3%)75 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years287 (12.5%)180 (9.6%)
30 to 34 Years284 (12.4%)158 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Years68 (3.0%)58 (3.1%)
40 to 44 Years176 (7.7%)77 (4.1%)
45 to 49 Years140 (6.1%)167 (8.9%)
50 to 54 Years33 (1.4%)57 (3.0%)
55 to 59 Years74 (3.2%)102 (5.4%)
60 to 64 Years237 (10.3%)235 (12.5%)
65 to 69 Years238 (10.4%)96 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years78 (3.4%)100 (5.3%)
75 to 79 Years17 (0.7%)31 (1.6%)
80 to 84 Years9 (0.4%)20 (1.1%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,290 (100.0%)1,885 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Belfair

Median Family Size in Belfair

The median family size in Belfair is 3.09 persons per family, with married-couple families (733 | 74.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.22 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (134 | 13.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Belfair
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple733 (74.2%)3.22
Single Male/Father121 (12.2%)2.88
Single Female/Mother134 (13.6%)2.54
Total Families988 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in Belfair

The median household size in Belfair is 2.36 persons per household, with single male/father households (121 | 6.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.72 persons per household. non-family households (783 | 44.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Belfair
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple733 (41.4%)3.26
Single Male/Father121 (6.8%)3.72
Single Female/Mother134 (7.6%)2.54
Non-family783 (44.2%)1.27
Total Households1,771 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Belfair

Out of a total of 1,771 households in Belfair, 988 (55.8%) are family households, while 783 (44.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 462, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 608.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Belfair
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-608 (34.3%)
2-Person Households462 (26.1%)131 (7.4%)
3-Person Households145 (8.2%)44 (2.5%)
4-Person Households293 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households41 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households22 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households25 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total988 (55.8%)783 (44.2%)

Female Fertility in Belfair

Fertility by Age in Belfair

Average fertility rate in Belfair is 11.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 22.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Belfair
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years9 (100.0%)22.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total9 (100.0%)11.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Belfair

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Belfair
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Belfair

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Belfair
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma9 (100.0%)34.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total9 (100.0%)11.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Belfair

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Belfair
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Belfair

Income Overview in Belfair

Per Capita Income in Belfair is $34,755, while median incomes of families and households are $69,875 and $68,080 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,175$34,755
Median Family Income988$69,875
Mean Family Income988$97,530
Median Household Income1,771$68,080
Mean Household Income1,771$82,135
Income Deficit988$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,17534.10%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,17565.90¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,1750.44

Earnings by Sex in Belfair

Average Earnings in Belfair are $50,072, $53,794 for men and $35,450 for women, a difference of 34.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Belfair
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,353 (64.7%)$53,794
Female739 (35.3%)$35,450
Total2,092 (100.0%)$50,072

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Belfair

The most common earnings brackets in Belfair are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (186 | 13.8%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (97 | 13.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Belfair
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less55 (4.1%)93 (12.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99974 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49948 (3.5%)12 (1.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99981 (6.0%)14 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49920 (1.5%)31 (4.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9992 (0.2%)54 (7.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (0.2%)27 (3.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)14 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99971 (5.2%)6 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99995 (7.0%)58 (7.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99942 (3.1%)56 (7.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99938 (2.8%)42 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99915 (1.1%)12 (1.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99944 (3.3%)38 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $54,999131 (9.7%)34 (4.6%)
$55,000 to $64,999186 (13.8%)82 (11.1%)
$65,000 to $74,999168 (12.4%)97 (13.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999122 (9.0%)37 (5.0%)
$100,000+159 (11.7%)32 (4.3%)
Total1,353 (100.0%)739 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Belfair

Average earnings in Belfair are $55,500 for men and $39,779 for women, a difference of 28.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,500, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $51,563. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,224, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $37,150.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Belfair
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$55,932$48,224
High School Diploma$53,474$0
College or Associate's Degree$51,563$37,150
Bachelor's Degree$92,500$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$55,500$39,779

Family Income in Belfair

Family Income Brackets in Belfair

According to the Belfair family income data, there are 431 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 43.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Belfair
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999343.4%
$35,000 to $49,999868.7%
$50,000 to $74,99943143.6%
$75,000 to $99,99911511.6%
$100,000 to $149,99922622.9%
$150,000 to $199,999575.8%
$200,000+393.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Belfair

4-person families (257 | 26.0%) account for the highest median family income in Belfair with $140,156 per family, while 4-person families (257 | 26.0%) have the highest median income of $35,039 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Belfair
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families483 (48.9%)$67,019
3-Person Families182 (18.4%)$73,611
4-Person Families257 (26.0%)$140,156
5-Person Families19 (1.9%)$0
6-Person Families22 (2.2%)$0
7+ Person Families25 (2.5%)$0
Total988 (100.0%)$69,875

Family Income by Number of Earners in Belfair

Family Income by Number of Earners in Belfair
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners216 (21.9%)$68,188
1 Earner378 (38.3%)$60,238
2 Earners282 (28.5%)$100,400
3+ Earners112 (11.3%)$0
Total988 (100.0%)$69,875

Household Income in Belfair

Household Income Brackets in Belfair

With 471 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Belfair, accounting for 26.6% of all households. In contrast, only 57 households (3.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Belfair
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000814.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991528.6%
$15,000 to $24,999673.8%
$25,000 to $34,99918410.4%
$35,000 to $49,999874.9%
$50,000 to $74,99947126.6%
$75,000 to $99,99924413.8%
$100,000 to $149,99933819.1%
$150,000 to $199,999895.0%
$200,000+573.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Belfair

The median household income in Belfair is $68,080, with the highest median household income of $93,571 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 562 households (31.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 40 households (2.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Belfair
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years40 (2.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years562 (31.7%)$93,571
45 to 64 Years706 (39.9%)$53,133
65+ Years463 (26.1%)$52,096
Total1,771 (100.0%)$68,080

Poverty in Belfair

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Belfair

With 8.2% poverty level for males and 9.4% for females among the residents of Belfair, 55 to 64 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 86 males (27.7%) and 20 females (39.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Belfair
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)27 (30.7%)
25 to 34 Years45 (7.9%)19 (5.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.7%)
45 to 54 Years33 (19.1%)37 (16.5%)
55 to 64 Years86 (27.7%)64 (19.0%)
65 to 74 Years24 (7.6%)10 (5.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (39.2%)
Total188 (8.2%)178 (9.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Belfair

According to the poverty statistics in Belfair, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Belfair
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years150 (100.0%)112 (100.0%)
5 Years68 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years104 (100.0%)214 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years65 (100.0%)42 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years262 (100.0%)61 (69.3%)
25 to 34 Years526 (92.1%)319 (94.4%)
35 to 44 Years244 (100.0%)134 (99.3%)
45 to 54 Years140 (80.9%)187 (83.5%)
55 to 64 Years225 (72.4%)273 (81.0%)
65 to 74 Years292 (92.4%)186 (94.9%)
75 Years and over26 (100.0%)31 (60.8%)
Total2,102 (91.8%)1,707 (90.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Belfair

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Belfair
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children425 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children264 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total733 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Belfair

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Belfair
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Belfair

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Belfair
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Belfair

Employment by Class of Employer in Belfair

Among the 1,776 employed individuals in Belfair, private company employees (738 | 41.5%), federal government employees (465 | 26.2%), and local government employees (237 | 13.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Belfair
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees73841.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1076.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1357.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations321.8%
Local Government Employees23713.3%
State Government Employees623.5%
Federal Government Employees46526.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,776100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Belfair

According to the labor force statistics for Belfair, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,362), 59.3% or 1,994 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 98 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 90.5% or 343 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.8% or 44 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Belfair
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years105 (53.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years191 (78.6%)44 (22.8%)
25 to 29 Years377 (80.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years316 (71.5%)36 (11.4%)
35 to 44 Years343 (90.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years265 (66.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years104 (59.1%)21 (20.2%)
60 to 64 Years235 (49.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years48 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,994 (59.3%)98 (4.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Belfair

According to labor force statistics for Belfair, 70.3% of individuals (1,640) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,333) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 59 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 87.5% or 161 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.4% or 27 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Belfair
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School161 (87.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma595 (66.9%)14 (1.6%)
College / Associate Degree666 (71.7%)31 (3.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher218 (66.1%)41 (12.4%)
Total1,640 (70.3%)84 (3.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Belfair

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Belfair are Management (152 | 8.4%), Community & Social Service (80 | 4.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (60 | 3.3%), Education Instruction & Library (43 | 2.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (42 | 2.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Belfair

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Belfair, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (96.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Belfair
OccupationMaleFemale
Management112 (73.7%)40 (26.3%)
Business & Financial20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science37 (61.7%)23 (38.3%)
Computers & Mathematics19 (45.2%)23 (54.8%)
Architecture & Engineering18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 3 (3.7%)77 (96.3%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (16.7%)15 (83.3%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating15 (83.3%)3 (16.7%)
Health Technologists15 (83.3%)3 (16.7%)
Total (Category)187 (56.7%)143 (43.3%)
Total (Overall)1,156 (63.7%)658 (36.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Belfair are Cleaning & Maintenance (222 | 12.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (110 | 6.1%), Security & Protection (79 | 4.4%), Law Enforcement (79 | 4.4%), and Healthcare Support (68 | 3.7%).
Services Occupations in Belfair

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Belfair, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (86.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (20.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (14.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Belfair
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)68 (100.0%)
Security & Protection79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving87 (79.1%)23 (20.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance191 (86.0%)31 (14.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)357 (74.5%)122 (25.5%)
Total (Overall)1,156 (63.7%)658 (36.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Belfair are Sales & Related (158 | 8.7%), and Office & Administration (105 | 5.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Belfair

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Belfair
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related24 (15.2%)134 (84.8%)
Office & Administration51 (48.6%)54 (51.4%)
Total (Category)75 (28.5%)188 (71.5%)
Total (Overall)1,156 (63.7%)658 (36.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Belfair are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (229 | 12.6%), Construction & Extraction (191 | 10.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (42 | 2.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Belfair

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Belfair
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry25 (59.5%)17 (40.5%)
Construction & Extraction116 (60.7%)75 (39.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair188 (82.1%)41 (17.9%)
Total (Category)329 (71.2%)133 (28.8%)
Total (Overall)1,156 (63.7%)658 (36.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Belfair are Production (131 | 7.2%), Material Moving (76 | 4.2%), and Transportation (73 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Belfair

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Belfair
OccupationMaleFemale
Production131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation19 (26.0%)54 (74.0%)
Material Moving58 (76.3%)18 (23.7%)
Total (Category)208 (74.3%)72 (25.7%)
Total (Overall)1,156 (63.7%)658 (36.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Belfair

Employment Industries in Belfair

The major employment industries in Belfair include Manufacturing (324 | 17.9%), Retail Trade (250 | 13.8%), Public Administration (180 | 9.9%), Administrative & Support (169 | 9.3%), and Educational Services (167 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries in Belfair

Employment Industries by Sex in Belfair

The Belfair industries that see more men than women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (99.4%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (79.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (75.6%), and Retail Trade (66.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Belfair
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting67 (79.8%)17 (20.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction32 (62.7%)19 (37.2%)
Manufacturing207 (63.9%)117 (36.1%)
Wholesale Trade19 (61.3%)12 (38.7%)
Retail Trade83 (33.2%)167 (66.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing42 (75.0%)14 (25.0%)
Utilities21 (67.7%)10 (32.3%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific74 (71.8%)29 (28.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support168 (99.4%)1 (0.6%)
Educational Services84 (50.3%)83 (49.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance42 (40.0%)63 (60.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation10 (24.4%)31 (75.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services76 (76.8%)23 (23.2%)
Public Administration118 (65.6%)62 (34.4%)
Total1,156 (63.7%)658 (36.3%)

Education in Belfair

School Enrollment in Belfair

The most common levels of schooling among the 779 students in Belfair are elementary school (271 | 34.8%), high school (232 | 29.8%), and middle school (102 | 13.1%).
School Enrollment in Belfair
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool698.9%
Kindergarten557.1%
Elementary School27134.8%
Middle School10213.1%
High School23229.8%
College / Undergraduate405.1%
Graduate / Professional101.3%
Total779100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Belfair

Out of a total of 779 students who are enrolled in schools in Belfair, 22 (2.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 757 (97.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 22 (6.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 29 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Belfair
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old311 (93.4%)22 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total757 (97.2%)22 (2.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Belfair

Science & technology (104 | 29.6%), computers & mathematics (98 | 27.9%), engineering (28 | 8.0%), psychology (23 | 6.6%), and social sciences (21 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 351 individuals in Belfair who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Belfair
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics9827.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology236.6%
Social Sciences216.0%
Engineering288.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies144.0%
Science & Technology10429.6%
Business195.4%
Education133.7%
Literature & Languages133.7%
Liberal Arts & History30.9%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities154.3%
Total351100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Belfair

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Belfair

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Belfair are males with 2 vehicles (372, accounting for 31.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (266, making up 61.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Belfair
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle70 (6.0%)128 (21.2%)
2 Vehicles372 (31.8%)266 (44.0%)
3 Vehicles174 (14.9%)97 (16.1%)
4 Vehicles342 (29.3%)100 (16.6%)
5 or more Vehicles211 (18.0%)13 (2.1%)
Total1,169 (100.0%)604 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Belfair

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Belfair are 45 to 59 minutes (386 commuters, 22.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (324 commuters, 18.6%), and 5 to 9 minutes (238 commuters, 13.7%).
Commute Time in Belfair
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes140.8%
5 to 9 Minutes23813.7%
10 to 14 Minutes342.0%
15 to 19 Minutes673.9%
20 to 24 Minutes965.5%
25 to 29 Minutes895.1%
30 to 34 Minutes32418.6%
35 to 39 Minutes865.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1498.6%
45 to 59 Minutes38622.2%
60 to 89 Minutes23213.4%
90 or more Minutes221.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Belfair

The most common commute times in Belfair are 45 to 59 minutes (296 commuters, 25.8%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (112 commuters, 19.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Belfair
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)14 (2.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes158 (13.8%)80 (13.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)34 (5.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes54 (4.7%)13 (2.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes65 (5.7%)31 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes42 (3.7%)47 (8.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes242 (21.1%)82 (14.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes79 (6.9%)7 (1.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes93 (8.1%)56 (9.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes296 (25.8%)90 (15.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes120 (10.4%)112 (19.1%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)22 (3.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Belfair

The most frequent times of departure to work in Belfair are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (201, 17.5%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (91, 15.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Belfair
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM87 (7.6%)36 (6.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM49 (4.3%)10 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM114 (9.9%)40 (6.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM71 (6.2%)91 (15.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM161 (14.0%)59 (10.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM114 (9.9%)75 (12.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM109 (9.5%)14 (2.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM87 (7.6%)86 (14.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)79 (13.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM38 (3.3%)10 (1.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (2.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM31 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM201 (17.5%)68 (11.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM87 (7.6%)7 (1.2%)
Total1,149 (100.0%)588 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Belfair

Occupancy by Ownership in Belfair

Of the total 1,771 dwellings in Belfair, owner-occupied units account for 1,245 (70.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 526 (29.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Belfair
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,24570.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units52629.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,771100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Belfair

Occupancy by Household Size in Belfair
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household60834.3%
2-Person Household59333.5%
3-Person Household18910.7%
4+ Person Household38121.5%
Total Housing Units1,771100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Belfair

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Belfair
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household380 (62.5%)228 (37.5%)
2-Person Household473 (79.8%)120 (20.2%)
3-Person Household92 (48.7%)97 (51.3%)
4+ Person Household300 (78.7%)81 (21.3%)
Total Housing Units1,245 (70.3%)526 (29.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Belfair

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Belfair
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School51 (67.1%)25 (32.9%)
High School Diploma350 (63.4%)202 (36.6%)
College/Associate Degree631 (69.0%)284 (31.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher213 (93.4%)15 (6.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Belfair

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Belfair
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years40723.0%
35 to 44 Years19511.0%
45 to 54 Years26815.1%
55 to 64 Years43824.7%
65 to 74 Years40422.8%
75 to 84 Years593.3%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total1,771100.0%

Housing Finances in Belfair

Median Income by Occupancy in Belfair

Median Income by Occupancy in Belfair
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,245 (70.3%)$77,939
Renter-Occupied526 (29.7%)$0
Average1,771 (100.0%)$68,080

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Belfair

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Belfair
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00021 (1.7%)20 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99910 (0.8%)30 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)153 (29.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (0.7%)45 (8.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)13 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999172 (13.8%)12 (2.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99916 (1.3%)71 (13.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999363 (29.2%)108 (20.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999229 (18.4%)15 (2.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999305 (24.5%)33 (6.3%)
$150,000 or more120 (9.6%)26 (4.9%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Belfair

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Belfair
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30066 (5.3%)82 (15.6%)
$300 to $499266 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799206 (16.6%)76 (14.4%)
$800 to $999122 (9.8%)83 (15.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499150 (12.0%)65 (12.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999225 (18.1%)115 (21.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499170 (13.7%)36 (6.8%)
$2,500 to $2,99940 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Belfair

Housing Structures in Belfair

Housing Structures in Belfair
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,22269.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments995.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments271.5%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other42323.9%
Total1,771100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Belfair

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Belfair
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached931 (76.2%)291 (23.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)99 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other314 (74.2%)109 (25.8%)
Total1,245 (70.3%)526 (29.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Belfair

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Belfair
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room21 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms96 (7.7%)107 (20.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms593 (47.6%)277 (52.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms444 (35.7%)134 (25.5%)
8 or more Rooms91 (7.3%)8 (1.5%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Belfair

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Belfair
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas125 (10.0%)73 (13.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas67 (5.4%)36 (6.8%)
Electricity922 (74.1%)379 (72.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels131 (10.5%)8 (1.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)30 (5.7%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Belfair

Household Vehicle Usage in Belfair
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)89 (16.9%)
1 Vehicle228 (18.3%)140 (26.6%)
2 Vehicles544 (43.7%)96 (18.2%)
3 or more Vehicles473 (38.0%)201 (38.2%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Belfair

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Belfair

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units480765
Median Property Value$239,400$267,400
Median Household Income$67,587$69
Monthly Housing Costs$446$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,271$14

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Belfair

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Belfair
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00073 (15.2%)70 (9.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99927 (5.6%)23 (3.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999157 (32.7%)343 (44.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999172 (35.8%)311 (40.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99912 (2.5%)18 (2.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more39 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total480 (100.0%)765 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Belfair

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Belfair
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00031 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9999 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99974 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)98 (12.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999209 (43.5%)16 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99981 (16.9%)154 (20.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99925 (5.2%)148 (19.4%)
$150,000 or more51 (10.6%)280 (36.6%)
Total480 (100.0%)765 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Belfair

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Belfair
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x86 (17.9%)93,358 (12,203.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x61 (12.7%)199 (26.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x84 (17.5%)155 (20.3%)
4.0x or more228 (47.5%)126 (16.5%)
Total480 (100.0%)765 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Belfair

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Belfair
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80047 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49957 (11.9%)99 (12.9%)
$800 to $1,499248 (51.7%)225 (29.4%)
Total480 (100.0%)765 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Belfair

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Belfair

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Belfair
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years638 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years270 (84.4%)50 (15.6%)
26 to 34 Years675 (88.2%)90 (11.8%)
35 to 44 Years275 (72.6%)104 (27.4%)
45 to 54 Years395 (99.5%)2 (0.5%)
55 to 64 Years619 (95.5%)29 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years512 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,813 (93.3%)275 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Belfair

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Belfair
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen638 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen270 (84.4%)50 (15.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Belfair

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Belfair
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000336 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999423 (84.3%)79 (15.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,091 (93.0%)82 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999474 (97.9%)10 (2.1%)
$100,000 and over1,486 (93.5%)104 (6.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Belfair

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Belfair
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6224 (63.6%)154 (43.8%)
6 to 18 Years454 (71.2%)295 (46.2%)
19 to 25 Years52 (16.3%)218 (68.1%)
25 to 34 Years183 (23.9%)492 (64.3%)
35 to 44 Years41 (10.8%)268 (70.7%)
45 to 54 Years111 (28.0%)360 (90.7%)
55 to 64 Years237 (36.6%)459 (70.8%)
65 to 74 Years456 (89.1%)452 (88.3%)
75 Years and over77 (100.0%)77 (100.0%)
Total1,835 (44.9%)2,775 (67.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Belfair

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Belfair
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)78 (19.3%)
18 to 34 Years76 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years197 (27.1%)227 (32.6%)
65 to 74 Years103 (32.6%)66 (33.7%)
75 Years and over9 (34.6%)41 (80.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Belfair

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Belfair: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years45 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years72 (9.9%)50 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years46 (14.6%)27 (13.8%)
75 Years and over9 (34.6%)32 (62.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Belfair: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)55 (13.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years48 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (9.5%)14 (7.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Belfair: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)59 (14.6%)
18 to 34 Years31 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (2.1%)52 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (23.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Belfair: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)36 (8.9%)
18 to 34 Years22 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years112 (15.4%)179 (25.7%)
65 to 74 Years58 (18.3%)19 (9.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (41.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Belfair: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)36 (8.9%)
18 to 34 Years31 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years94 (12.9%)121 (17.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (11.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Belfair

Computing Device Access in Belfair

Computing Device Access in Belfair
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,23269.6%
Smartphone1,41279.7%
Tablet1,19567.5%
No Computing Device21111.9%
Total1,771100.0%

Internet Access in Belfair

Internet Access in Belfair
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet100.6%
Broadband Home1,25570.9%
Cellular Data Only1749.8%
Satellite Internet663.7%
No Internet31017.5%
Total1,771100.0%

Belfair Summary

Belfair is a small unincorporated community located in Mason County, Washington, United States. It is situated on the Hood Canal, a saltwater fjord that separates the Olympic Peninsula from the Kitsap Peninsula. Belfair is located approximately 25 miles (40 km) northwest of Shelton, the county seat, and about 50 miles (80 km) southwest of Seattle. The population of Belfair was estimated to be 2,945 in 2019.

History

The area now known as Belfair was first inhabited by the Twana people, a Coast Salish tribe. The Twana were a semi-nomadic people who lived off the land, fishing, hunting, and gathering. They were known for their basketry and cedar canoes.
The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s. The town was originally called “Belfair” after the Belfair family, who were among the first settlers. The Belfair family owned a large tract of land in the area and operated a sawmill.
In the early 1900s, the town began to grow as logging and fishing became the primary industries. The town was incorporated in 1911 and the first post office was established in 1912.

Geography

Belfair is located in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains, on the western shore of Hood Canal. The town is situated at an elevation of approximately 100 feet (30 m) above sea level. The climate is mild and temperate, with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C).
The town is surrounded by forests and mountains, and is home to several lakes, including Lake Cushman, Lake Kokanee, and Lake Mason. The nearby Tahuya State Forest is a popular destination for camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities.

Economy

The economy of Belfair is largely based on tourism and recreation. The town is home to several marinas, which provide access to the Hood Canal and the Puget Sound. The nearby Tahuya State Forest is a popular destination for camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
The town is also home to several businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and a grocery store. The nearby Hood Canal Bridge provides access to the Kitsap Peninsula and the cities of Bremerton and Silverdale.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Belfair was 2,507. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Belfair was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $50,938. The per capita income for the town was $20,938. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Belfair?
Total Population of Belfair is 4,175.
What is the Total Male Population of Belfair?
Total Male Population of Belfair is 2,290.
What is the Total Female Population of Belfair?
Total Female Population of Belfair is 1,885.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Belfair?
There are 121.49 Males per 100 Females in Belfair.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Belfair?
There are 82.31 Females per 100 Males in Belfair.
What is the Median Population Age in Belfair?
Median Population Age in Belfair is 33.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Belfair
Average Family Size in Belfair is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Belfair
Average Household Size in Belfair is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Belfair?
Per Capita income in Belfair is $34,755.
What is the Median Family Income in Belfair?
Median Family Income in Belfair is $69,875.
What is the Median Household income in Belfair?
Median Household Income in Belfair is $68,080.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Belfair?
Income or Wage Gap in Belfair is 34.1%.
Women in Belfair earn 65.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Belfair?
Inequality or Gini Index in Belfair is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Belfair?
There are 1,994 People in the Labor Forcein in Belfair.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Belfair?
59.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Belfair.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Belfair?
Unemployment Rate in Belfair is 4.9%.