Washington County, Florida Demographics 2026
Washington County, Florida has a population of 25,529, the 53rd most populous county in Florida. The median household income is $58,210 and the median home value is $171,000. The poverty rate is 17.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Washington County Quick Facts
How Washington County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,259 | 25,529 | +1.1% |
| Median household income | $52,723 | $58,210 | +10.4% |
| Median home value | $156,000 | $171,000 | +9.6% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Washington County
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Population Overview
Washington County is located in Florida with a total population of 25,529. It is the 53rd most populous county out of 67 in Florida. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Washington County is 41.7 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Washington County is $58,210. This is 22% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.3%. This is 38% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $171,000. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $359,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Washington County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Washington County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (75.9% vs 50.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 27.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
11.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Washington County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Florida and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Washington County, Florida?
Washington County has a population of 25,529, making it the 53rd most populous county in Florida.
What is the median income in Washington County?
The median household income in Washington County is $58,210 with a poverty rate of 17.3%.
How many cities are in Washington County, Florida?
Washington County contains 5 Census-designated places.