Dayton, Washington
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −30.7% |
| 2008 | −24.7% |
| 2012 | −27.2% |
| 2016 | −30.0% |
| 2020 | −29.2% |
| 2024 | −30.0% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 32.8%Harris477 | 62.8%Trump913 | 4.3% | R+30.0 | R+0.8 | R+28.5 | 1,453 | |
| R | 33.7%Biden491 | 62.9%Trump917 | 3.5% | R+29.2 | D+0.8 | R+33.6 | 1,459 | |
| R | 30.1%Clinton381 | 60.1%Trump761 | 9.8% | R+30.0 | R+2.8 | R+32.1 | 1,266 | |
| R | 34.9%Obama467 | 62.2%Romney831 | 2.9% | R+27.2 | R+2.5 | R+31.1 | 1,337 | |
| R | 36.3%Obama476 | 61.0%McCain800 | 2.7% | R+24.7 | D+6.0 | R+32.0 | 1,312 | |
| R | 33.9%Kerry409 | 64.6%Bush780 | 1.6% | R+30.7 | — | R+28.3 | 1,208 |
Dayton sits in the Pacific Northwest. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 30.7 points in 2004. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 0.8 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 30.0 points.
A population of 2,774, a 76% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $70,625 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Dayton, Washington vote in 2024?
In 2024, Dayton, Washington voted Republican by 30.0 points (R+30.0), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,453 votes cast, 477 went Democratic and 913 went Republican.
How many people live in Dayton, Washington?
Dayton, Washington has a population of 2,774 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Dayton, Washington?
Median household income in Dayton, Washington is $70,625 — below the national median of $80,734. The Washington state median is $98,141.
What is the political history of Dayton, Washington?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Dayton, Washington from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.