Soap Lake, WA

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1,378
TOTAL POPULATION
596
MALE POPULATION
782
FEMALE POPULATION
76.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
131.21
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,738
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,141
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,009
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
53.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
46.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
579
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Soap Lake Zip Codes

Soap Lake Area Codes

Race in Soap Lake

The most populous races in Soap Lake are White / Caucasian (944 | 68.5%), Hispanic or Latino (429 | 31.1%), and Some other Race (283 | 20.5%).
Race in Soap Lake
Race# Population% Population
Asian80.6%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino42931.1%
Native / Alaskan443.2%
White / Caucasian94468.5%
Two or more Races997.2%
Some other Race28320.5%
Total1,378100.0%

Ancestry in Soap Lake

The most populous ancestries reported in Soap Lake are Mexican (264 | 19.2%), German (263 | 19.1%), English (155 | 11.3%), Irish (148 | 10.7%), and Norwegian (104 | 7.5%), together accounting for 67.8% of all Soap Lake residents.
Ancestry in Soap Lake
Ancestry# Population% Population
Albanian221.6%
Aleut70.5%
Bhutanese80.6%
Blackfeet70.5%
Chippewa10.1%
Dutch141.0%
English15511.3%
French292.1%
French Canadian100.7%
German26319.1%
Irish14810.7%
Iroquois120.9%
Italian161.2%
Malaysian80.6%
Mexican26419.2%
Norwegian1047.5%
Polish100.7%
Russian231.7%
Scandinavian231.7%
Scotch-Irish241.7%
Scottish120.9%
Swedish171.2%
Ukrainian272.0%
Welsh110.8%
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Immigrants in Soap Lake

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Soap Lake came from Central America (142 | 10.3%), Latin America (142 | 10.3%), Mexico (142 | 10.3%), Eastern Europe (50 | 3.6%), and Europe (50 | 3.6%), together accounting for 38.2% of all Soap Lake residents.
Immigrants in Soap Lake
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia80.6%
Canada120.9%
Central America14210.3%
Eastern Europe503.6%
Europe503.6%
Laos80.6%
Latin America14210.3%
Mexico14210.3%
Russia231.7%
South Eastern Asia80.6%
Ukraine272.0%
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Sex and Age in Soap Lake

Sex and Age in Soap Lake

The most populous age groups in Soap Lake are 35 to 39 Years (101 | 17.0%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (118 | 15.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Soap Lake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)57 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Years64 (10.7%)71 (9.1%)
10 to 14 Years13 (2.2%)83 (10.6%)
15 to 19 Years35 (5.9%)53 (6.8%)
20 to 24 Years12 (2.0%)41 (5.2%)
25 to 29 Years20 (3.4%)13 (1.7%)
30 to 34 Years29 (4.9%)118 (15.1%)
35 to 39 Years101 (17.0%)12 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Years55 (9.2%)49 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years8 (1.3%)29 (3.7%)
50 to 54 Years32 (5.4%)14 (1.8%)
55 to 59 Years51 (8.6%)53 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years13 (2.2%)30 (3.8%)
65 to 69 Years18 (3.0%)50 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years65 (10.9%)10 (1.3%)
75 to 79 Years34 (5.7%)35 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years32 (5.4%)35 (4.5%)
85 Years and over14 (2.4%)29 (3.7%)
Total596 (100.0%)782 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Soap Lake

Median Family Size in Soap Lake

The median family size in Soap Lake is 3.59 persons per family, with single male/father families (16 | 6.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 6.56 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (173 | 72.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.21 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Soap Lake
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple173 (72.4%)3.21
Single Male/Father16 (6.7%)6.56
Single Female/Mother50 (20.9%)3.98
Total Families239 (100.0%)3.59

Median Household Size in Soap Lake

The median household size in Soap Lake is 2.12 persons per household, with single male/father households (16 | 2.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 6.56 persons per household. non-family households (390 | 62.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Soap Lake
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple173 (27.5%)3.21
Single Male/Father16 (2.5%)6.56
Single Female/Mother50 (8.0%)4.24
Non-family390 (62.0%)1.18
Total Households629 (100.0%)2.12

Household Size by Marriage Status in Soap Lake

Out of a total of 629 households in Soap Lake, 239 (38.0%) are family households, while 390 (62.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 89, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 335.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Soap Lake
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-335 (53.3%)
2-Person Households70 (11.1%)42 (6.7%)
3-Person Households89 (14.1%)13 (2.1%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households31 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households49 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total239 (38.0%)390 (62.0%)

Female Fertility in Soap Lake

Fertility by Age in Soap Lake

Female Fertility by Age in Soap Lake
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Soap Lake

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Soap Lake
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Soap Lake

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Soap Lake
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Soap Lake

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Soap Lake
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)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%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Soap Lake

Income Overview in Soap Lake

Per Capita Income in Soap Lake is $28,738, while median incomes of families and households are $74,141 and $43,009 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,378$28,738
Median Family Income239$74,141
Mean Family Income239$84,640
Median Household Income629$43,009
Mean Household Income629$60,617
Income Deficit239$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,37853.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,37846.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3780.45

Earnings by Sex in Soap Lake

Average Earnings in Soap Lake are $31,364, $51,122 for men and $23,674 for women, a difference of 53.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Soap Lake
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male269 (44.5%)$51,122
Female335 (55.5%)$23,674
Total604 (100.0%)$31,364

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Soap Lake

The most common earnings brackets in Soap Lake are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (54 | 20.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (57 | 17.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Soap Lake
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)22 (6.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)19 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49913 (4.8%)10 (3.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49912 (4.5%)15 (4.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)15 (4.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)31 (9.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)18 (5.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)22 (6.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)33 (9.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99923 (8.6%)57 (17.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9991 (0.4%)21 (6.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99928 (10.4%)23 (6.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)24 (7.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99940 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99939 (14.5%)11 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)14 (4.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99954 (20.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99940 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+19 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total269 (100.0%)335 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Soap Lake

Average earnings in Soap Lake are $51,506 for men and $27,400 for women, a difference of 46.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,458, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $51,169. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $29,297, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $21,534.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Soap Lake
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$51,169$0
High School Diploma$68,333$29,297
College or Associate's Degree$71,458$21,534
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$51,506$27,400

Family Income in Soap Lake

Family Income Brackets in Soap Lake

According to the Soap Lake family income data, there are 86 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Soap Lake
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999156.3%
$15,000 to $24,999145.9%
$25,000 to $34,9993615.1%
$35,000 to $49,999135.4%
$50,000 to $74,9994719.7%
$75,000 to $99,999135.4%
$100,000 to $149,9998636.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+156.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Soap Lake

7+ person families (49 | 20.5%) account for the highest median family income in Soap Lake with $74,453 per family, while 7+ person families (49 | 20.5%) have the highest median income of $10,636 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Soap Lake
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families70 (29.3%)$0
3-Person Families89 (37.2%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families31 (13.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families49 (20.5%)$74,453
Total239 (100.0%)$74,141

Family Income by Number of Earners in Soap Lake

Family Income by Number of Earners in Soap Lake
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners23 (9.6%)$0
1 Earner30 (12.6%)$0
2 Earners164 (68.6%)$101,071
3+ Earners22 (9.2%)$0
Total239 (100.0%)$74,141

Household Income in Soap Lake

Household Income Brackets in Soap Lake

With 126 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Soap Lake, accounting for 20.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Soap Lake
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00071.1%
$10,000 to $14,9999414.9%
$15,000 to $24,9998112.9%
$25,000 to $34,99910316.4%
$35,000 to $49,9996810.8%
$50,000 to $74,9998513.5%
$75,000 to $99,999507.9%
$100,000 to $149,99912620.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+152.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Soap Lake

The median household income in Soap Lake is $43,009, with the highest median household income of $54,205 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 183 households (29.1%) 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 36 households (5.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Soap Lake
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years36 (5.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years183 (29.1%)$54,205
45 to 64 Years159 (25.3%)$30,662
65+ Years251 (39.9%)$34,115
Total629 (100.0%)$43,009

Poverty in Soap Lake

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Soap Lake

With 19.5% poverty level for males and 27.4% for females among the residents of Soap Lake, 16 and 17 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1 males (100.0%) and 41 females (67.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Soap Lake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (17.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)11 (18.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)23 (63.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (100.0%)5 (31.2%)
18 to 24 Years8 (17.4%)36 (46.2%)
25 to 34 Years8 (16.3%)10 (7.6%)
35 to 44 Years66 (42.3%)41 (67.2%)
45 to 54 Years11 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (17.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (40.0%)
75 Years and over22 (27.5%)30 (45.5%)
Total116 (19.5%)203 (27.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Soap Lake

According to the poverty statistics in Soap Lake, males aged 5 years and females aged 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 Soap Lake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)47 (82.5%)
5 Years19 (100.0%)57 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years58 (100.0%)50 (82.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)13 (36.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (68.8%)
18 to 24 Years38 (82.6%)42 (53.8%)
25 to 34 Years41 (83.7%)121 (92.4%)
35 to 44 Years90 (57.7%)20 (32.8%)
45 to 54 Years29 (72.5%)43 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years64 (100.0%)62 (82.7%)
65 to 74 Years83 (100.0%)36 (60.0%)
75 Years and over58 (72.5%)36 (54.5%)
Total480 (80.5%)538 (72.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Soap Lake

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Soap Lake show that 8.7% or 15 of the total 173 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 17.9%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Soap Lake
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children69 (82.1%)15 (17.9%)
1 or 2 Children37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total158 (91.3%)15 (8.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Soap Lake

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Soap Lake
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)12 (52.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)2 (13.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)26 (52.0%)

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

The poverty data for Soap Lake shows that 15 of the married-couple family households (8.7%) and 26 of the single-parent households (39.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (17.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 household (52.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Soap Lake
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children15 (17.9%)12 (52.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)2 (13.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)12 (42.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (8.7%)26 (39.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Soap Lake

Employment by Class of Employer in Soap Lake

Among the 514 employed individuals in Soap Lake, private company employees (365 | 71.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (73 | 14.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (30 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Soap Lake
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees36571.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7314.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations305.8%
Local Government Employees132.5%
State Government Employees112.1%
Federal Government Employees224.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total514100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Soap Lake

According to the labor force statistics for Soap Lake, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,090), 53.1% or 579 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.3% or 54 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 53 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.8% or 39 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Soap Lake
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years42 (47.7%)5 (11.9%)
20 to 24 Years53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years25 (75.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years78 (53.1%)10 (12.8%)
35 to 44 Years164 (75.6%)39 (23.8%)
45 to 54 Years49 (59.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years65 (62.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years10 (23.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years83 (58.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total579 (53.1%)54 (9.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Soap Lake

According to labor force statistics for Soap Lake, 62.4% of individuals (391) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (627) are in the labor force, with 12.5% or 49 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 73.0% or 214 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 22.9% or 49 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Soap Lake
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School59 (40.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma118 (67.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree214 (73.0%)67 (22.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total391 (62.4%)78 (12.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Soap Lake

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Soap Lake are Management (55 | 10.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (11 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Soap Lake

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Soap Lake
OccupationMaleFemale
Management41 (74.6%)14 (25.5%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)41 (62.1%)25 (37.9%)
Total (Overall)257 (48.9%)268 (51.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Soap Lake are Food Preparation & Serving (52 | 9.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (38 | 7.2%), Security & Protection (11 | 2.1%), Law Enforcement (11 | 2.1%), and Healthcare Support (8 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Soap Lake

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Soap Lake, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Soap Lake
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Security & Protection11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)49 (45.0%)60 (55.0%)
Total (Overall)257 (48.9%)268 (51.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Soap Lake are Sales & Related (124 | 23.6%), and Office & Administration (64 | 12.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Soap Lake

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Soap Lake
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related34 (27.4%)90 (72.6%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
Total (Category)34 (18.1%)154 (81.9%)
Total (Overall)257 (48.9%)268 (51.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Soap Lake are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (45 | 8.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (31 | 5.9%), and Construction & Extraction (26 | 5.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Soap Lake

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Soap Lake
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction8 (30.8%)18 (69.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)84 (82.4%)18 (17.6%)
Total (Overall)257 (48.9%)268 (51.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Soap Lake are Transportation (34 | 6.5%), Material Moving (16 | 3.0%), and Production (10 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Soap Lake

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Soap Lake
OccupationMaleFemale
Production10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving5 (31.2%)11 (68.8%)
Total (Category)49 (81.7%)11 (18.3%)
Total (Overall)257 (48.9%)268 (51.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Soap Lake

Employment Industries in Soap Lake

The major employment industries in Soap Lake include Retail Trade (115 | 21.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (66 | 12.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (60 | 11.4%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (58 | 11.1%), and Finance & Insurance (50 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries in Soap Lake

Employment Industries by Sex in Soap Lake

The Soap Lake industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Soap Lake
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade56 (48.7%)59 (51.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing26 (74.3%)9 (25.7%)
Utilities1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance40 (80.0%)10 (20.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific8 (40.0%)12 (60.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance21 (31.8%)45 (68.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
Public Administration11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total257 (48.9%)268 (51.0%)

Education in Soap Lake

School Enrollment in Soap Lake

The most common levels of schooling among the 382 students in Soap Lake are elementary school (94 | 24.6%), high school (87 | 22.8%), and kindergarten (76 | 19.9%).
School Enrollment in Soap Lake
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten7619.9%
Elementary School9424.6%
Middle School6116.0%
High School8722.8%
College / Undergraduate6416.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total382100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Soap Lake

Out of a total of 382 students who are enrolled in schools in Soap Lake, 18 (4.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 364 (95.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (25.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 135 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Soap Lake
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds53 (74.7%)18 (25.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total364 (95.3%)18 (4.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Soap Lake

Science & technology (40 | 37.7%), education (40 | 37.7%), and engineering (26 | 24.5%) are the most common fields of study among 106 individuals in Soap Lake who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Soap Lake
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering2624.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology4037.7%
Business00.0%
Education4037.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total106100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Soap Lake

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Soap Lake

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Soap Lake are males with 2 vehicles (100, accounting for 39.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (31, making up 38.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Soap Lake
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)13 (5.1%)
1 Vehicle40 (15.8%)51 (19.8%)
2 Vehicles100 (39.4%)31 (12.1%)
3 Vehicles60 (23.6%)60 (23.4%)
4 Vehicles28 (11.0%)43 (16.7%)
5 or more Vehicles26 (10.2%)59 (23.0%)
Total254 (100.0%)257 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Soap Lake

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Soap Lake are 15 to 19 minutes (126 commuters, 26.7%), 30 to 34 minutes (89 commuters, 18.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (69 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Soap Lake
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes285.9%
5 to 9 Minutes6914.6%
10 to 14 Minutes4710.0%
15 to 19 Minutes12626.7%
20 to 24 Minutes234.9%
25 to 29 Minutes245.1%
30 to 34 Minutes8918.9%
35 to 39 Minutes163.4%
40 to 44 Minutes194.0%
45 to 59 Minutes102.1%
60 to 89 Minutes81.7%
90 or more Minutes132.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Soap Lake

The most common commute times in Soap Lake are 15 to 19 minutes (52 commuters, 24.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (74 commuters, 28.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Soap Lake
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes13 (6.0%)15 (5.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes30 (14.0%)39 (15.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes20 (9.3%)27 (10.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes52 (24.2%)74 (28.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)23 (8.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)24 (9.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes52 (24.2%)37 (14.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes16 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes1 (0.5%)18 (7.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes13 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Soap Lake

The most frequent times of departure to work in Soap Lake are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (55, 25.6%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (82, 31.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Soap Lake
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM8 (3.7%)13 (5.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM13 (6.0%)9 (3.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM12 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM55 (25.6%)18 (7.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM47 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM10 (4.6%)8 (3.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM23 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM39 (18.1%)82 (31.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)15 (5.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)16 (6.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (5.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)29 (11.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)43 (16.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM8 (3.7%)10 (3.9%)
Total215 (100.0%)257 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Soap Lake

Occupancy by Ownership in Soap Lake

Of the total 629 dwellings in Soap Lake, owner-occupied units account for 410 (65.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 219 (34.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Soap Lake
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units41065.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units21934.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units629100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Soap Lake

Occupancy by Household Size in Soap Lake
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household33553.3%
2-Person Household11217.8%
3-Person Household10216.2%
4+ Person Household8012.7%
Total Housing Units629100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Soap Lake

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Soap Lake
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household198 (59.1%)137 (40.9%)
2-Person Household97 (86.6%)15 (13.4%)
3-Person Household87 (85.3%)15 (14.7%)
4+ Person Household28 (35.0%)52 (65.0%)
Total Housing Units410 (65.2%)219 (34.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Soap Lake

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Soap Lake
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School62 (39.0%)97 (61.0%)
High School Diploma106 (76.3%)33 (23.7%)
College/Associate Degree176 (66.4%)89 (33.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Soap Lake

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Soap Lake
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years15124.0%
35 to 44 Years6810.8%
45 to 54 Years589.2%
55 to 64 Years10116.1%
65 to 74 Years12519.9%
75 to 84 Years10015.9%
85 Years and Over264.1%
Total629100.0%

Housing Finances in Soap Lake

Median Income by Occupancy in Soap Lake

Median Income by Occupancy in Soap Lake
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied410 (65.2%)$67,222
Renter-Occupied219 (34.8%)$27,009
Average629 (100.0%)$43,009

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Soap Lake

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Soap Lake
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99944 (10.7%)50 (22.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (2.4%)25 (11.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99934 (8.3%)12 (5.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99946 (11.2%)57 (26.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (13.7%)12 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99943 (10.5%)42 (19.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99950 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999105 (25.6%)21 (9.6%)
$150,000 or more15 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total410 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Soap Lake

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Soap Lake
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30025 (6.1%)34 (15.5%)
$300 to $499126 (30.7%)41 (18.7%)
$500 to $799110 (26.8%)100 (45.7%)
$800 to $9998 (1.9%)11 (5.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499131 (32.0%)33 (15.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99910 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total410 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Soap Lake

Housing Structures in Soap Lake

Housing Structures in Soap Lake
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached22535.8%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments20.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments7411.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments599.4%
10 or more Apartments7111.3%
Mobile Home / Other19831.5%
Total629100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Soap Lake

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Soap Lake
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached175 (77.8%)50 (22.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments40 (54.0%)34 (46.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments12 (16.9%)59 (83.1%)
Mobile Home / Other183 (92.4%)15 (7.6%)
Total410 (65.2%)219 (34.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Soap Lake

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Soap Lake
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)47 (21.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms56 (13.7%)122 (55.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms185 (45.1%)50 (22.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms144 (35.1%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms25 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total410 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Soap Lake

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Soap Lake
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)11 (5.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity410 (100.0%)208 (95.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total410 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Soap Lake

Household Vehicle Usage in Soap Lake
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)59 (26.9%)
1 Vehicle154 (37.6%)89 (40.6%)
2 Vehicles120 (29.3%)40 (18.3%)
3 or more Vehicles136 (33.2%)31 (14.2%)
Total410 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Soap Lake

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Soap Lake

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units228182
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$33,750$0
Monthly Housing Costs$397$0
Real Estate Taxes$824$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Soap Lake

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Soap Lake
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00058 (25.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99938 (16.7%)33 (18.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99946 (20.2%)149 (81.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99967 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99919 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total228 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Soap Lake

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Soap Lake
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99978 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (15.3%)10 (5.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99943 (18.9%)11 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (4.4%)13 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)33 (18.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99940 (17.5%)50 (27.5%)
$150,000 or more15 (6.6%)65 (35.7%)
Total228 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Soap Lake

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Soap Lake
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x73 (32.0%)87,292 (47,962.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x14 (6.1%)100 (54.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x56 (24.6%)61 (33.5%)
4.0x or more78 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total228 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Soap Lake

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Soap Lake
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800102 (44.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49952 (22.8%)58 (31.9%)
$800 to $1,49955 (24.1%)60 (33.0%)
Total228 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Soap Lake

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Soap Lake

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Soap Lake
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years217 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years60 (58.3%)43 (41.7%)
26 to 34 Years92 (59.0%)64 (41.0%)
35 to 44 Years173 (79.7%)44 (20.3%)
45 to 54 Years58 (69.9%)25 (30.1%)
55 to 64 Years128 (92.1%)11 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older146 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,150 (86.0%)187 (14.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Soap Lake

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Soap Lake
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen217 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen60 (58.3%)43 (41.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Soap Lake

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Soap Lake
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000241 (95.3%)12 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999232 (98.3%)4 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999200 (68.7%)91 (31.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999146 (83.0%)30 (17.1%)
$100,000 and over328 (87.2%)48 (12.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Soap Lake

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Soap Lake
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6100 (75.2%)33 (24.8%)
6 to 18 Years184 (84.8%)33 (15.2%)
19 to 25 Years25 (24.3%)35 (34.0%)
25 to 34 Years35 (22.4%)57 (36.5%)
35 to 44 Years107 (49.3%)66 (30.4%)
45 to 54 Years36 (43.4%)22 (26.5%)
55 to 64 Years73 (52.5%)55 (39.6%)
65 to 74 Years143 (100.0%)23 (16.1%)
75 Years and over146 (100.0%)46 (31.5%)
Total849 (63.5%)370 (27.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Soap Lake

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Soap Lake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years26 (33.3%)49 (28.8%)
18 to 34 Years1 (1.1%)34 (16.3%)
35 to 64 Years32 (12.3%)66 (36.9%)
65 to 74 Years12 (14.5%)22 (36.7%)
75 Years and over60 (75.0%)23 (34.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Soap Lake

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Soap Lake: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)35 (20.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)17 (8.1%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)12 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over48 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Soap Lake: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (8.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)17 (8.1%)
35 to 64 Years12 (4.6%)12 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (20.0%)
75 Years and over22 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Soap Lake: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years26 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (1.1%)17 (8.1%)
35 to 64 Years20 (7.7%)37 (20.7%)
65 to 74 Years12 (14.5%)22 (36.7%)
75 Years and over24 (30.0%)23 (34.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Soap Lake: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)17 (8.1%)
35 to 64 Years12 (4.6%)54 (30.2%)
65 to 74 Years12 (14.5%)22 (36.7%)
75 Years and over12 (15.0%)11 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Soap Lake: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years26 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (4.6%)14 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (16.7%)

Technology Access in Soap Lake

Computing Device Access in Soap Lake

Computing Device Access in Soap Lake
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop34054.0%
Smartphone50279.8%
Tablet25540.5%
No Computing Device9014.3%
Total629100.0%

Internet Access in Soap Lake

Internet Access in Soap Lake
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home39763.1%
Cellular Data Only10917.3%
Satellite Internet152.4%
No Internet10817.2%
Total629100.0%

Soap Lake Summary

Soap Lake is a small town located in Grant County, Washington, United States. It is situated on the eastern shore of Soap Lake, a saline lake, and is located about 20 miles east of Moses Lake. The town has a population of 1,541 as of the 2010 census.

History

The area around Soap Lake has been inhabited by Native Americans for thousands of years. The lake was named by the local Indians, who believed that the lake had healing properties. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the town of Soap Lake was officially incorporated in 1910.
The town was originally a resort destination, and it was known for its healing waters. The town was also home to a number of businesses, including a hotel, a general store, and a post office.

Geography

Soap Lake is located at 47°10'N 119°25'W (47.17, -119.41). It is situated on the eastern shore of Soap Lake, a saline lake. The lake is approximately 2.5 miles long and 1.5 miles wide. The town is located about 20 miles east of Moses Lake.
The town is located in a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual precipitation is 8.5 inches, and the average annual temperature is 54°F.

Economy

The economy of Soap Lake is largely based on tourism. The town is home to a number of resorts, hotels, and restaurants. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including a general store, a post office, and a gas station.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Soap Lake was 1,541. The racial makeup of the town was 91.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 16.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Soap Lake?
Total Population of Soap Lake is 1,378.
What is the Total Male Population of Soap Lake?
Total Male Population of Soap Lake is 596.
What is the Total Female Population of Soap Lake?
Total Female Population of Soap Lake is 782.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Soap Lake?
There are 76.21 Males per 100 Females in Soap Lake.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Soap Lake?
There are 131.21 Females per 100 Males in Soap Lake.
What is the Median Population Age in Soap Lake?
Median Population Age in Soap Lake is 37.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Soap Lake
Average Family Size in Soap Lake is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Soap Lake
Average Household Size in Soap Lake is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Soap Lake?
Per Capita income in Soap Lake is $28,738.
What is the Median Family Income in Soap Lake?
Median Family Income in Soap Lake is $74,141.
What is the Median Household income in Soap Lake?
Median Household Income in Soap Lake is $43,009.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Soap Lake?
Income or Wage Gap in Soap Lake is 53.7%.
Women in Soap Lake earn 46.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Soap Lake?
Inequality or Gini Index in Soap Lake is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Soap Lake?
There are 579 People in the Labor Forcein in Soap Lake.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Soap Lake?
53.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Soap Lake.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Soap Lake?
Unemployment Rate in Soap Lake is 9.3%.