Curlew
Census-designated place in Ferry County, Washington

Curlew is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Ferry County, Washington, with 105 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,801 ft (549 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Malo, 5.4 miles S.
- 105residents (2020 Census)
- 1,801 ftelevation · 549 m
- 0.8 sq miland area · 2.0 km²
- 139 / sq mipopulation density
- 99118ZIP code
About Curlew
Curlew is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located in northwestern Ferry County, Washington, United States, between Malo and Danville on State Route 21. The BNSF Railway ran through the town. The historic Ansorge Hotel is located in Curlew. As of the 2020 census, Curlew had a population of 105. The settlement is named for the curlew birds once prevalent in the area.
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- Median household income
- $101,438
- Median home value
- $205,000
- Median age
- 31.7
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Curlew had 105 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 105 |
|---|---|
| Density | 139 per sq mi (54 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Curlew at a glance
| State | Washington (WA) |
|---|---|
| County | Ferry County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 105 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.76 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,801 ft (549 m) |
| Coordinates | 48.8777° N, 118.6045° W |
| ZIP code | 99118 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5316165 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Curlew
- Malo5.4 mi S
- Danville9.2 mi NE
- Curlew Lake10.4 mi S
- Torboy14.7 mi S
- Pine Grove16.1 mi S
- Republic16.8 mi S
- Orient18.1 mi E
- Laurier19.1 mi NE
- Barstow22.5 mi E
- Boyds24.0 mi SE
- Barney's Junction28.0 mi SE
- Marcus28.9 mi SE
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Frequently asked questions about Curlew
What county is Curlew in?
Curlew is in Ferry County, Washington.
What is the population of Curlew, WA?
105 people lived in Curlew at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Curlew, WA?
The ZIP code of Curlew is 99118.
What is the elevation of Curlew?
1,801 feet (549 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Curlew?
Malo (5.4 mi), Danville (9.2 mi), Curlew Lake (10.4 mi), Torboy (14.7 mi), Pine Grove (16.1 mi).
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