Forks, Washington
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −23.1% |
| 2008 | −16.0% |
| 2012 | −16.1% |
| 2016 | −29.4% |
| 2020 | −33.4% |
| 2024 | −33.7% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 31.7%Harris407 | 65.4%Trump839 | 2.9% | R+33.7 | R+0.3 | R+32.2 | 1,283 | |
| R | 32.0%Biden441 | 65.4%Trump902 | 2.7% | R+33.4 | R+4.0 | R+37.9 | 1,380 | |
| R | 30.6%Clinton311 | 60.0%Trump610 | 9.4% | R+29.4 | R+13.3 | R+31.5 | 1,017 | |
| R | 40.2%Obama433 | 56.3%Romney607 | 3.5% | R+16.1 | R+0.1 | R+20.0 | 1,078 | |
| R | 40.1%Obama426 | 56.1%McCain596 | 3.8% | R+16.0 | D+7.0 | R+23.3 | 1,062 | |
| R | 36.7%Kerry377 | 59.7%Bush614 | 3.6% | R+23.1 | — | R+20.6 | 1,028 |
Forks sits at the wet, isolated edge of Clallam County, where decades of logging-industry decline have shaped a working-class electorate that swings reliably Republican in state and federal contests despite Washington's blue lean.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 33.7 points in 2024. The 2024 margin was 33.7 points.
A population of 3,400, a 58% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $60,481 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Forks, Washington vote in 2024?
In 2024, Forks, Washington voted Republican by 33.7 points (R+33.7), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,283 votes cast, 407 went Democratic and 839 went Republican.
How many people live in Forks, Washington?
Forks, Washington has a population of 3,400 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Forks, Washington?
Median household income in Forks, Washington is $60,481 — below the national median of $80,734. The Washington state median is $98,141.
What is the political history of Forks, Washington?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Forks, Washington from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.