Washington County, Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Washington County is located in Virginia with a total population of 53,913. It is the 34th most populous county out of 133 in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Washington County is 46.9 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 10.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Washington County is $62,774. This is 31% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.0%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $201,800. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 75.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Washington County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.4% vs 59.0%). The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

26.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 41.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.1%.