Sumas, WA

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Sumas Overview

1,397
TOTAL POPULATION
732
MALE POPULATION
665
FEMALE POPULATION
110.08
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.85
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,777
PER CAPITA INCOME
$103,506
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$82,188
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
53.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,686
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
684
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sumas Zip Codes

Sumas Area Codes

Race in Sumas

The most populous races in Sumas are White / Caucasian (1,131 | 81.0%), Hispanic or Latino (126 | 9.0%), and Two or more Races (117 | 8.4%).
Race in Sumas
Race# Population% Population
Asian402.9%
Black / African American90.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1269.0%
Native / Alaskan493.5%
White / Caucasian1,13181.0%
Two or more Races1178.4%
Some other Race513.6%
Total1,397100.0%

Ancestry in Sumas

The most populous ancestries reported in Sumas are German (277 | 19.8%), Dutch (162 | 11.6%), Norwegian (130 | 9.3%), Mexican (114 | 8.2%), and Irish (105 | 7.5%), together accounting for 56.4% of all Sumas residents.
Ancestry in Sumas
Ancestry# Population% Population
American241.7%
Blackfeet50.4%
British90.6%
Burmese201.4%
Cherokee342.4%
Danish181.3%
Dutch16211.6%
Eastern European40.3%
English765.4%
French151.1%
French Canadian312.2%
German27719.8%
Icelander120.9%
Indian (Asian)40.3%
Irish1057.5%
Italian271.9%
Korean181.3%
Mexican1148.2%
Mexican American Indian20.1%
Navajo30.2%
Northern European120.9%
Norwegian1309.3%
Polish60.4%
Portuguese100.7%
Puget Sound Salish100.7%
Russian211.5%
Scandinavian50.4%
Scotch-Irish171.2%
Scottish352.5%
Slavic70.5%
Slovak60.4%
Spanish90.6%
Swedish533.8%
Swiss30.2%
Thai322.3%
Ukrainian201.4%
Welsh60.4%
Yakama201.4%
Yaqui30.2%
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Immigrants in Sumas

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sumas came from Asia (37 | 2.6%), Canada (37 | 2.6%), Eastern Asia (27 | 1.9%), Korea (20 | 1.4%), and Central America (16 | 1.1%), together accounting for 9.8% of all Sumas residents.
Immigrants in Sumas
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia372.6%
Canada372.6%
Central America161.1%
China70.5%
Eastern Asia271.9%
Europe40.3%
India100.7%
Korea201.4%
Latin America161.1%
Mexico161.1%
Netherlands40.3%
South Central Asia100.7%
Western Europe40.3%
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Sex and Age in Sumas

Sex and Age in Sumas

The most populous age groups in Sumas are 25 to 29 Years (96 | 13.1%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (84 | 12.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sumas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years84 (11.5%)47 (7.1%)
5 to 9 Years52 (7.1%)12 (1.8%)
10 to 14 Years40 (5.5%)84 (12.6%)
15 to 19 Years59 (8.1%)27 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Years50 (6.8%)67 (10.1%)
25 to 29 Years96 (13.1%)44 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years42 (5.7%)48 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years53 (7.2%)54 (8.1%)
40 to 44 Years51 (7.0%)21 (3.2%)
45 to 49 Years34 (4.6%)48 (7.2%)
50 to 54 Years30 (4.1%)33 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years40 (5.5%)41 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years49 (6.7%)53 (8.0%)
65 to 69 Years36 (4.9%)18 (2.7%)
70 to 74 Years10 (1.4%)18 (2.7%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)13 (1.9%)
80 to 84 Years6 (0.8%)27 (4.1%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
Total732 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sumas

Median Family Size in Sumas

The median family size in Sumas is 3.31 persons per family, with married-couple families (274 | 81.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.49 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (19 | 5.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.79 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sumas
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple274 (81.8%)3.49
Single Male/Father19 (5.7%)1.79
Single Female/Mother42 (12.5%)2.86
Total Families335 (100.0%)3.31

Median Household Size in Sumas

The median household size in Sumas is 2.62 persons per household, with married-couple households (274 | 51.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (198 | 37.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sumas
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple274 (51.4%)3.74
Single Male/Father19 (3.6%)2.16
Single Female/Mother42 (7.9%)2.95
Non-family198 (37.1%)1.05
Total Households533 (100.0%)2.62

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sumas

Out of a total of 533 households in Sumas, 335 (62.8%) are family households, while 198 (37.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 103, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 189.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sumas
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-189 (35.5%)
2-Person Households103 (19.3%)9 (1.7%)
3-Person Households76 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households54 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households81 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households17 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households4 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total335 (62.8%)198 (37.1%)

Female Fertility in Sumas

Fertility by Age in Sumas

Average fertility rate in Sumas is 98.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 132.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 67.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sumas
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years21 (67.7%)132.0
35 to 50 years10 (32.3%)77.0
Total31 (100.0%)98.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sumas

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sumas
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Sumas

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sumas
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma21 (67.7%)178.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (25.8%)67.0
Bachelor's Degree2 (6.5%)59.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total31 (100.0%)98.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sumas

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sumas
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Sumas

Income Overview in Sumas

Per Capita Income in Sumas is $35,777, while median incomes of families and households are $103,506 and $82,188 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,397$35,777
Median Family Income335$103,506
Mean Family Income335$116,099
Median Household Income533$82,188
Mean Household Income533$92,606
Income Deficit335$12,686
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,39746.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,39753.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3970.42

Earnings by Sex in Sumas

Average Earnings in Sumas are $52,656, $69,583 for men and $36,964 for women, a difference of 46.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Sumas
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male442 (61.3%)$69,583
Female279 (38.7%)$36,964
Total721 (100.0%)$52,656

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sumas

The most common earnings brackets in Sumas are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (107 | 24.2%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (36 | 12.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sumas
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less28 (6.3%)15 (5.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9993 (0.7%)13 (4.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4996 (1.4%)7 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99913 (2.9%)16 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (1.1%)5 (1.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)11 (3.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)2 (0.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9993 (0.7%)11 (3.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)8 (2.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99918 (4.1%)7 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (2.3%)18 (6.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9993 (0.7%)21 (7.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99916 (3.6%)11 (3.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99910 (2.3%)36 (12.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99927 (6.1%)11 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99916 (3.6%)18 (6.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99955 (12.4%)26 (9.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99922 (5.0%)13 (4.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999107 (24.2%)19 (6.8%)
$100,000+100 (22.6%)11 (3.9%)
Total442 (100.0%)279 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sumas

Average earnings in Sumas are $77,708 for men and $42,344 for women, a difference of 45.5%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $105,227, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $58,125. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,333, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $33,594.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sumas
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$105,227$0
High School Diploma$60,938$43,250
College or Associate's Degree$83,304$33,594
Bachelor's Degree$79,375$58,750
Graduate Degree$58,125$73,333
Total$77,708$42,344

Family Income in Sumas

Family Income Brackets in Sumas

According to the Sumas family income data, there are 123 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.7% of all families. Conversely, the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sumas
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00082.4%
$10,000 to $14,99992.7%
$15,000 to $24,999113.3%
$25,000 to $34,99920.6%
$35,000 to $49,999226.6%
$50,000 to $74,9994212.5%
$75,000 to $99,9995014.9%
$100,000 to $149,99912336.7%
$150,000 to $199,999309.0%
$200,000+3811.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sumas

3-person families (66 | 19.7%) account for the highest median family income in Sumas with $103,864 per family, while 2-person families (131 | 39.1%) have the highest median income of $51,896 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sumas
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families131 (39.1%)$103,792
3-Person Families66 (19.7%)$103,864
4-Person Families61 (18.2%)$96,563
5-Person Families56 (16.7%)$0
6-Person Families21 (6.3%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total335 (100.0%)$103,506

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sumas

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sumas
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners34 (10.2%)$0
1 Earner84 (25.1%)$103,621
2 Earners181 (54.0%)$103,438
3+ Earners36 (10.7%)$250,001
Total335 (100.0%)$103,506

Household Income in Sumas

Household Income Brackets in Sumas

With 156 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Sumas, accounting for 29.3% of all households. In contrast, only 16 households (3.0%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sumas
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000163.0%
$10,000 to $14,999539.9%
$15,000 to $24,999417.7%
$25,000 to $34,999193.6%
$35,000 to $49,999448.3%
$50,000 to $74,9997814.6%
$75,000 to $99,999448.3%
$100,000 to $149,99915629.3%
$150,000 to $199,999448.3%
$200,000+387.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sumas

The median household income in Sumas is $82,188, with the highest median household income of $104,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 226 households (42.4%) 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 31 households (5.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sumas
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years31 (5.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years226 (42.4%)$104,500
45 to 64 Years157 (29.5%)$86,563
65+ Years119 (22.3%)$0
Total533 (100.0%)$82,188

Poverty in Sumas

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sumas

With 4.8% poverty level for males and 14.8% for females among the residents of Sumas, 75 year old and over males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (50.0%) and 1 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sumas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (5.8%)11 (22.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)12 (27.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)11 (12.4%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (4.3%)
35 to 44 Years14 (13.5%)2 (2.7%)
45 to 54 Years10 (15.6%)21 (25.9%)
55 to 64 Years2 (2.2%)2 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)16 (44.4%)
75 Years and over3 (50.0%)16 (32.0%)
Total33 (4.8%)96 (14.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sumas

According to the poverty statistics in Sumas, 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 Sumas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)
5 Years1 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years65 (94.2%)37 (77.1%)
12 to 14 Years22 (100.0%)32 (72.7%)
15 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years36 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years67 (100.0%)78 (87.6%)
25 to 34 Years138 (100.0%)88 (95.7%)
35 to 44 Years90 (86.5%)73 (97.3%)
45 to 54 Years54 (84.4%)60 (74.1%)
55 to 64 Years87 (97.8%)92 (97.9%)
65 to 74 Years46 (100.0%)20 (55.6%)
75 Years and over3 (50.0%)34 (68.0%)
Total653 (95.2%)551 (85.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sumas

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sumas show that 4.0% or 11 of the total 274 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 14.6%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.7%, which includes 2 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sumas
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children109 (97.3%)3 (2.7%)
1 or 2 Children119 (98.4%)2 (1.7%)
3 or 4 Children35 (85.4%)6 (14.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (96.0%)11 (4.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sumas

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sumas
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)4 (16.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)6 (35.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)10 (23.8%)

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

The poverty data for Sumas shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (4.0%) and 10 of the single-parent households (16.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (14.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (25.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sumas
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children3 (2.7%)4 (10.8%)
1 or 2 Children2 (1.7%)6 (25.0%)
3 or 4 Children6 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (4.0%)10 (16.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Sumas

Employment by Class of Employer in Sumas

Among the 651 employed individuals in Sumas, private company employees (437 | 67.1%), local government employees (57 | 8.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (44 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sumas
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees43767.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)304.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)365.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations446.8%
Local Government Employees578.8%
State Government Employees20.3%
Federal Government Employees385.8%
Unpaid Family Workers71.1%
Total651100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sumas

According to the labor force statistics for Sumas, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,071), 63.9% or 684 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 26 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 87.7% or 71 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.1% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sumas
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years19 (24.1%)4 (21.1%)
20 to 24 Years80 (68.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years122 (87.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years77 (85.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years139 (77.7%)11 (7.9%)
45 to 54 Years97 (66.9%)8 (8.2%)
55 to 59 Years71 (87.7%)3 (4.2%)
60 to 64 Years69 (67.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total684 (63.9%)26 (3.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sumas

According to labor force statistics for Sumas, 78.0% of individuals (575) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (737) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 22 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 95.0% or 96 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.8% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sumas
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School44 (50.0%)6 (6.8%)
High School Diploma189 (75.3%)5 (2.1%)
College / Associate Degree246 (82.8%)18 (6.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher96 (95.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total575 (78.0%)28 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sumas

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sumas are Management (82 | 12.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (27 | 4.1%), Community & Social Service (25 | 3.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (19 | 2.9%), and Business & Financial (15 | 2.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sumas

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sumas, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.6%), and Business & Financial (46.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sumas
OccupationMaleFemale
Management54 (65.8%)28 (34.2%)
Business & Financial8 (53.3%)7 (46.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)
Education, Arts & Media6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library9 (60.0%)6 (40.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2 (7.4%)25 (92.6%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)102 (60.7%)66 (39.3%)
Total (Overall)405 (61.6%)253 (38.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sumas are Security & Protection (43 | 6.5%), Law Enforcement (42 | 6.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (42 | 6.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (30 | 4.6%), and Healthcare Support (27 | 4.1%).
Services Occupations in Sumas

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sumas, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (97.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (43.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sumas
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Security & Protection42 (97.7%)1 (2.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving13 (43.3%)17 (56.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance15 (35.7%)27 (64.3%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total (Category)70 (45.5%)84 (54.5%)
Total (Overall)405 (61.6%)253 (38.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sumas are Sales & Related (68 | 10.3%), and Office & Administration (56 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sumas

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sumas
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related30 (44.1%)38 (55.9%)
Office & Administration3 (5.4%)53 (94.6%)
Total (Category)33 (26.6%)91 (73.4%)
Total (Overall)405 (61.6%)253 (38.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sumas are Construction & Extraction (48 | 7.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (33 | 5.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (14 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sumas

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sumas
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction43 (89.6%)5 (10.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)90 (94.7%)5 (5.3%)
Total (Overall)405 (61.6%)253 (38.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sumas are Production (77 | 11.7%), Material Moving (21 | 3.2%), and Transportation (19 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sumas

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sumas
OccupationMaleFemale
Production70 (90.9%)7 (9.1%)
Transportation19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)110 (94.0%)7 (6.0%)
Total (Overall)405 (61.6%)253 (38.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sumas

Employment Industries in Sumas

The major employment industries in Sumas include Manufacturing (86 | 13.1%), Retail Trade (79 | 12.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (72 | 10.9%), Construction (62 | 9.4%), and Public Administration (55 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries in Sumas

Employment Industries by Sex in Sumas

The Sumas industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Manufacturing (86.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (92.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sumas
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting30 (83.3%)6 (16.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction44 (71.0%)18 (29.0%)
Manufacturing74 (86.1%)12 (14.0%)
Wholesale Trade3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Retail Trade61 (77.2%)18 (22.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing57 (79.2%)15 (20.8%)
Utilities12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support26 (65.0%)14 (35.0%)
Educational Services7 (21.9%)25 (78.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (7.8%)47 (92.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services18 (58.1%)13 (41.9%)
Public Administration42 (76.4%)13 (23.6%)
Total405 (61.6%)253 (38.5%)

Education in Sumas

School Enrollment in Sumas

The most common levels of schooling among the 325 students in Sumas are middle school (92 | 28.3%), elementary school (82 | 25.2%), and high school (59 | 18.1%).
School Enrollment in Sumas
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool237.1%
Kindergarten30.9%
Elementary School8225.2%
Middle School9228.3%
High School5918.1%
College / Undergraduate5617.2%
Graduate / Professional103.1%
Total325100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sumas

Out of a total of 325 students who are enrolled in schools in Sumas, 51 (15.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 274 (84.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 20 (87.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 47 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sumas
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3 (13.0%)20 (87.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old50 (82.0%)11 (18.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds115 (92.7%)9 (7.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds35 (89.7%)4 (10.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (58.8%)7 (41.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total274 (84.3%)51 (15.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sumas

Social sciences (34 | 27.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (14 | 11.5%), liberal arts & history (14 | 11.5%), literature & languages (12 | 9.8%), and engineering (10 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 122 individuals in Sumas who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sumas
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1411.5%
Physical & Health Sciences75.7%
Psychology21.6%
Social Sciences3427.9%
Engineering108.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology97.4%
Business54.1%
Education75.7%
Literature & Languages129.8%
Liberal Arts & History1411.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications54.1%
Arts & Humanities32.5%
Total122100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sumas

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sumas

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sumas are males with 2 vehicles (141, accounting for 34.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (87, making up 57.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sumas
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle24 (5.9%)24 (9.8%)
2 Vehicles141 (34.8%)87 (35.4%)
3 Vehicles139 (34.3%)92 (37.4%)
4 Vehicles73 (18.0%)34 (13.8%)
5 or more Vehicles23 (5.7%)9 (3.7%)
Total405 (100.0%)246 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sumas

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sumas are 15 to 19 minutes (82 commuters, 13.6%), 45 to 59 minutes (79 commuters, 13.1%), and less than 5 minutes (78 commuters, 13.0%).
Commute Time in Sumas
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7813.0%
5 to 9 Minutes427.0%
10 to 14 Minutes396.5%
15 to 19 Minutes8213.6%
20 to 24 Minutes6711.1%
25 to 29 Minutes396.5%
30 to 34 Minutes579.5%
35 to 39 Minutes284.6%
40 to 44 Minutes386.3%
45 to 59 Minutes7913.1%
60 to 89 Minutes386.3%
90 or more Minutes152.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Sumas

The most common commute times in Sumas are less than 5 minutes (50 commuters, 13.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (58 commuters, 26.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sumas
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes50 (13.1%)28 (12.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes34 (8.9%)8 (3.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes30 (7.9%)9 (4.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes24 (6.3%)58 (26.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes35 (9.2%)32 (14.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes30 (7.9%)9 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes38 (10.0%)19 (8.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes21 (5.5%)7 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes25 (6.5%)13 (5.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes48 (12.6%)31 (14.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes32 (8.4%)6 (2.7%)
90 or more Minutes15 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sumas

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sumas are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (84, 22.0%) for males and 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (47, 21.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sumas
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM44 (11.5%)5 (2.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM28 (7.3%)47 (21.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM28 (7.3%)27 (12.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM30 (7.9%)7 (3.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM22 (5.8%)26 (11.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM84 (22.0%)28 (12.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM27 (7.1%)26 (11.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM22 (5.8%)14 (6.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)16 (7.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (0.5%)9 (4.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4 (1.1%)13 (5.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (0.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM47 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM44 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total382 (100.0%)220 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sumas

Occupancy by Ownership in Sumas

Of the total 533 dwellings in Sumas, owner-occupied units account for 377 (70.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 156 (29.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sumas
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units37770.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units15629.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units533100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sumas

Occupancy by Household Size in Sumas
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household18935.5%
2-Person Household11221.0%
3-Person Household7614.3%
4+ Person Household15629.3%
Total Housing Units533100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sumas

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sumas
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household94 (49.7%)95 (50.3%)
2-Person Household83 (74.1%)29 (25.9%)
3-Person Household62 (81.6%)14 (18.4%)
4+ Person Household138 (88.5%)18 (11.5%)
Total Housing Units377 (70.7%)156 (29.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sumas

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sumas
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School17 (34.0%)33 (66.0%)
High School Diploma106 (66.7%)53 (33.3%)
College/Associate Degree184 (76.7%)56 (23.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher70 (83.3%)14 (16.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sumas

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sumas
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years15128.3%
35 to 44 Years10619.9%
45 to 54 Years6612.4%
55 to 64 Years9117.1%
65 to 74 Years6612.4%
75 to 84 Years438.1%
85 Years and Over101.9%
Total533100.0%

Housing Finances in Sumas

Median Income by Occupancy in Sumas

Median Income by Occupancy in Sumas
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied377 (70.7%)$103,994
Renter-Occupied156 (29.3%)$28,750
Average533 (100.0%)$82,188

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sumas

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sumas
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00010 (2.6%)4 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $14,9999 (2.4%)44 (28.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (2.6%)4 (2.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (1.6%)21 (13.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (0.5%)17 (10.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99910 (2.6%)34 (21.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99971 (18.8%)7 (4.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99939 (10.3%)5 (3.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999150 (39.8%)6 (3.8%)
$150,000 or more70 (18.6%)12 (7.7%)
Total377 (100.0%)156 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sumas

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sumas
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49977 (20.4%)16 (10.3%)
$500 to $79940 (10.6%)41 (26.3%)
$800 to $99929 (7.7%)25 (16.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49972 (19.1%)28 (17.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999104 (27.6%)20 (12.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49949 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9996 (1.6%)8 (5.1%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total377 (100.0%)156 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sumas

Housing Structures in Sumas

Housing Structures in Sumas
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached40375.6%
Single Unit, Attached71.3%
2 Unit Apartments142.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments254.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments91.7%
10 or more Apartments366.8%
Mobile Home / Other397.3%
Total533100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sumas

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sumas
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached337 (83.6%)66 (16.4%)
Single Unit, Attached7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments18 (72.0%)7 (28.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other12 (30.8%)27 (69.2%)
Total377 (70.7%)156 (29.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sumas

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sumas
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)79 (50.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms205 (54.4%)58 (37.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms106 (28.1%)19 (12.2%)
8 or more Rooms66 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total377 (100.0%)156 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sumas

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sumas
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas232 (61.5%)53 (34.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas14 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity124 (32.9%)103 (66.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels7 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total377 (100.0%)156 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sumas

Household Vehicle Usage in Sumas
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle15 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle56 (14.8%)98 (62.8%)
2 Vehicles121 (32.1%)38 (24.4%)
3 or more Vehicles185 (49.1%)20 (12.8%)
Total377 (100.0%)156 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sumas

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sumas

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units124253
Median Property Value$304,000$306,300
Median Household Income$103,804$40
Monthly Housing Costs$473$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,417$29

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sumas

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sumas
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)4 (1.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99959 (47.6%)118 (46.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99944 (35.5%)114 (45.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99916 (12.9%)17 (6.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9993 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total124 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sumas

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sumas
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0004 (3.2%)1 (0.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99916 (12.9%)6 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (1.6%)9 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99923 (18.5%)10 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (4.0%)48 (19.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99944 (35.5%)34 (13.4%)
$150,000 or more30 (24.2%)106 (41.9%)
Total124 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sumas

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sumas
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x20 (16.1%)104,236 (41,200.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x39 (31.5%)49 (19.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x23 (18.5%)57 (22.5%)
4.0x or more42 (33.9%)63 (24.9%)
Total124 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sumas

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sumas
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80015 (12.1%)6 (2.4%)
$800 to $1,49923 (18.5%)12 (4.7%)
$800 to $1,49984 (67.7%)51 (20.2%)
Total124 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sumas

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sumas

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sumas
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years128 (95.5%)6 (4.5%)
6 to 18 Years249 (98.8%)3 (1.2%)
19 to 25 Years166 (95.4%)8 (4.6%)
26 to 34 Years174 (90.6%)18 (9.4%)
35 to 44 Years151 (84.4%)28 (15.6%)
45 to 54 Years138 (95.2%)7 (4.8%)
55 to 64 Years165 (90.2%)18 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years81 (98.8%)1 (1.2%)
75 Years and older56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,308 (93.6%)89 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sumas

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sumas
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born128 (95.5%)6 (4.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen249 (98.8%)3 (1.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen166 (95.4%)8 (4.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sumas

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sumas
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000162 (98.2%)3 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $49,99976 (71.7%)30 (28.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999190 (89.2%)23 (10.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999109 (92.4%)9 (7.6%)
$100,000 and over771 (97.0%)24 (3.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sumas

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sumas
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 678 (58.2%)50 (37.3%)
6 to 18 Years139 (55.2%)113 (44.8%)
19 to 25 Years33 (19.0%)140 (80.5%)
25 to 34 Years21 (10.9%)161 (83.9%)
35 to 44 Years41 (22.9%)115 (64.2%)
45 to 54 Years29 (20.0%)110 (75.9%)
55 to 64 Years10 (5.5%)155 (84.7%)
65 to 74 Years81 (98.8%)27 (32.9%)
75 Years and over46 (82.1%)40 (71.4%)
Total478 (34.2%)911 (65.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sumas

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sumas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (11.9%)8 (7.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years43 (16.7%)64 (25.6%)
65 to 74 Years17 (37.0%)17 (47.2%)
75 Years and over3 (50.0%)31 (62.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sumas

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sumas: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (7.0%)9 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (13.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (56.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sumas: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)11 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sumas: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (5.2%)4 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)23 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sumas: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (9.7%)49 (19.6%)
65 to 74 Years17 (37.0%)12 (33.3%)
75 Years and over3 (50.0%)31 (62.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sumas: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)20 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (40.0%)

Technology Access in Sumas

Computing Device Access in Sumas

Computing Device Access in Sumas
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop40576.0%
Smartphone48390.6%
Tablet27852.2%
No Computing Device183.4%
Total533100.0%

Internet Access in Sumas

Internet Access in Sumas
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home36067.5%
Cellular Data Only8115.2%
Satellite Internet417.7%
No Internet539.9%
Total533100.0%

Sumas Summary

Sumas, Washington is a small town located in Whatcom County, Washington, United States. It is situated on the border of the United States and Canada, and is the northernmost town in the state. The town has a population of 1,541 as of the 2010 census, and is part of the Bellingham, Washington Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

The area that is now Sumas was originally inhabited by the Nooksack people, who lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of European settlers. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 19th century, and the town was officially incorporated in 1910. The town was named after the Sumas River, which flows through the area.
The town was originally a farming community, and the main crops grown in the area were potatoes, wheat, and hay. The town also had a thriving lumber industry, and the local sawmill was the largest employer in the area.
In the early 20th century, the town was a popular destination for tourists, and the local economy was bolstered by the influx of visitors. The town was also home to a number of resorts, including the Sumas Hotel, which was built in 1910.

Geography

Sumas is located in Whatcom County, Washington, United States. It is situated on the border of the United States and Canada, and is the northernmost town in the state. The town is located at the confluence of the Sumas River and the Nooksack River, and is surrounded by the Cascade Mountains to the east and the Coast Mountains to the west.
The town has a total area of 1.3 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located at an elevation of 441 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Sumas is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to a number of farms, which produce a variety of crops, including potatoes, wheat, and hay. The town is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Sumas Hotel, which was built in 1910.
The town is also home to a number of businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and a number of service-based businesses. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing businesses, including a sawmill and a woodworking shop.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the town had a population of 1,541. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $45,833. The per capita income for the town was $19,945. 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 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sumas?
Total Population of Sumas is 1,397.
What is the Total Male Population of Sumas?
Total Male Population of Sumas is 732.
What is the Total Female Population of Sumas?
Total Female Population of Sumas is 665.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sumas?
There are 110.08 Males per 100 Females in Sumas.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sumas?
There are 90.85 Females per 100 Males in Sumas.
What is the Median Population Age in Sumas?
Median Population Age in Sumas is 31.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sumas
Average Family Size in Sumas is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sumas
Average Household Size in Sumas is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sumas?
Per Capita income in Sumas is $35,777.
What is the Median Family Income in Sumas?
Median Family Income in Sumas is $103,506.
What is the Median Household income in Sumas?
Median Household Income in Sumas is $82,188.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sumas?
Income or Wage Gap in Sumas is 46.9%.
Women in Sumas earn 53.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Sumas?
Family Income Deficit in Sumas is $12,686.
Families that are below poverty line in Sumas earn $12,686 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sumas?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sumas is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sumas?
There are 684 People in the Labor Forcein in Sumas.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sumas?
63.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Sumas.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sumas?
Unemployment Rate in Sumas is 3.8%.