Washington County, Rhode Island
RI · FIPS 44009 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130,344 | — | #501 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $106,638 | +41.9% | #113 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 45.5 years | +17.0% | #672 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $510,800 | +81.2% | #134 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,327 | +14.1% | #390 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% | -35.0% | #399 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Washington County has a population of 130,344, making it the #501 most populous county in the US. The median age is 45.5 years, which is 17.0% above the national median.
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The median household income in Washington County is $106,638, ranking #113 out of 3,222 counties — 41.9% above the national median. The poverty rate is 8.2% and unemployment stands at 4.4%.
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The median home value in Washington County is $510,800 (+81.2% vs national). Renters pay a median of $1,327/mo and the homeownership rate is 77.5%.
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98.0% of residents in Washington County have health insurance coverage, which is 6.8% above the national rate.
About Washington County, Rhode Island
Washington County, Rhode Island has a total population of 130,344, making it the 501st most populous county in the United States. The median age in Washington County is 45.5 years, which is 17.0% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Washington County is $106,638, which ranks #113 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 41.9% above the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 8.2%, lower than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%.
The median home value in Washington County is $510,800, 81.2% above the national median. Renters in Washington County pay a median gross rent of $1,327 per month. The homeownership rate is 77.5%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Washington County, 52.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55.4% above the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 98.0% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 28.5 min.
Washington County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is White (non-Hispanic) at 88.9% of the population, followed by Hispanic or Latino (3.8%) and Two or More Races (3.4%).
All data for Washington County, Rhode Island 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.