Washington County, Mississippi
MS · FIPS 28151 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,765 | — | #1,150 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $42,165 | -43.9% | #3,025 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 38.0 years | -2.3% | #2,582 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $104,000 | -63.1% | #2,934 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $833 | -28.4% | #1,873 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 26.4% | +109.9% | #3,032 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Washington County has a population of 42,765, making it the #1,150 most populous county in the US. The median age is 38.0 years, which is 2.3% below the national median.
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The median household income in Washington County is $42,165, ranking #3,025 out of 3,222 counties — 43.9% below the national median. The poverty rate is 26.4% and unemployment stands at 6.3%.
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The median home value in Washington County is $104,000 (-63.1% vs national). Renters pay a median of $833/mo and the homeownership rate is 60.2%.
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88.4% of residents in Washington County have health insurance coverage, which is 3.6% below the national rate.
About Washington County, Mississippi
Washington County, Mississippi has a total population of 42,765, making it the 1,150th most populous county in the United States. The median age in Washington County is 38.0 years, which is 2.3% below the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Washington County is $42,165, which ranks #3,025 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 43.9% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 26.4%, higher than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3%.
The median home value in Washington County is $104,000, 63.1% below the national median. Renters in Washington County pay a median gross rent of $833 per month. The homeownership rate is 60.2%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Washington County, 22.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33.7% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 88.4% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 21.2 min.
Washington County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is Black (non-Hispanic) at 71.4% of the population, followed by White (non-Hispanic) (23.9%) and Two or More Races (2.2%).
All data for Washington County, Mississippi comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These figures are estimates based on survey sampling and are subject to margin of error. For the most detailed and up-to-date data, visit the Census Bureau's official data portal.