Washington County, New York Demographics 2026
Washington County, New York has a population of 60,883, the 41st most populous county in New York. The median household income is $72,342 and the median home value is $185,000. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
Washington County Quick Facts
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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Falls | 7,401 | $62,237 | 13.6% | $158,700 |
| Fort Edward | 3,160 | $62,411 | 7.1% | $128,200 |
| Whitehall | 2,693 | $41,625 | 30.5% | $100,600 |
| Cambridge | 2,341 | $73,805 | 11.0% | $184,200 |
| Granville | 2,270 | $44,940 | 26.2% | $140,800 |
| Greenwich | 1,606 | $78,398 | 6.2% | $194,500 |
| Salem | 914 | $76,993 | 2.9% | $160,900 |
| North Granville | 530 | $84,076 | 4.1% | $121,800 |
| Argyle | 498 | $66,875 | 11.5% | $163,500 |
| Fort Ann | 473 | $93,750 | 1.7% | $169,600 |
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Population Overview
Washington County is located in New York with a total population of 60,883. It is the 41st most populous county out of 62 in New York. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Washington County is 45.0 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Washington County is $72,342. This is 14% lower than the state median of $84,578. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $78,538. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $185,000. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $403,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Washington County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 54.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Washington County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.6% vs 53.4%). The Black or African American population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 19.6%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.
Education
21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Washington County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023), with comparisons drawn against New York 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, New York?
Washington County has a population of 60,883, making it the 41st most populous county in New York.
What is the median income in Washington County?
The median household income in Washington County is $72,342 with a poverty rate of 10.8%.
How many cities are in Washington County, New York?
Washington County contains 10 Census-designated places.