Washington County, North Carolina
NC · FIPS 37187 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,812 | — | #2,430 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $41,813 | -44.4% | #3,037 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 48.8 years | +25.4% | #298 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $125,900 | -55.3% | #2,563 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $743 | -36.1% | #2,514 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.1% | +91.0% | #2,949 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Washington County has a population of 10,812, making it the #2,430 most populous county in the US. The median age is 48.8 years, which is 25.4% above the national median.
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The median household income in Washington County is $41,813, ranking #3,037 out of 3,222 counties — 44.4% below the national median. The poverty rate is 24.1% and unemployment stands at 12.9%.
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The median home value in Washington County is $125,900 (-55.3% vs national). Renters pay a median of $743/mo and the homeownership rate is 68.0%.
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90.8% of residents in Washington County have health insurance coverage, which is 1.0% below the national rate.
About Washington County, North Carolina
Washington County, North Carolina has a total population of 10,812, making it the 2,430th most populous county in the United States. The median age in Washington County is 48.8 years, which is 25.4% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Washington County is $41,813, which ranks #3,037 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 44.4% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 24.1%, higher than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 12.9%.
The median home value in Washington County is $125,900, 55.3% below the national median. Renters in Washington County pay a median gross rent of $743 per month. The homeownership rate is 68.0%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Washington County, 14.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56.0% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 90.8% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 33.1 min.
Washington County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is Black (non-Hispanic) at 47.7% of the population, followed by White (non-Hispanic) (44.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (4.0%).
All data for Washington County, North Carolina 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.