Washington County, Kentucky Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Washington County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 12,091. It is the 91st most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Washington County is 42.2 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Washington County is $59,762. This is 4% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $168,300. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Washington County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Washington County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.2%.