Washington County, Virginia Demographics 2026
Washington County, Virginia has a population of 53,913, the 34th most populous county in Virginia. The median household income is $62,774 and the median home value is $201,800. The poverty rate is 11.0%.
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: 60 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abingdon | 8,332 | $54,976 | 13.4% | $217,700 |
| Glade Spring | 2,224 | $76,736 | 10.1% | $170,700 |
| Saltville | 2,056 | $46,098 | 23.6% | $92,000 |
| Emory | 1,135 | $62,500 | 4.8% | $203,800 |
| Meadowview | 922 | $70,078 | 7.8% | $173,800 |
| Damascus | 766 | $33,173 | 18.3% | $186,300 |
| Mendota | 125 | N/A | 0.0% | $146,300 |
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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. The county encompasses 7 Census-designated places.
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. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $78,538. 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%.
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 Virginia 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, Virginia?
Washington County has a population of 53,913, making it the 34th most populous county in Virginia.
What is the median income in Washington County?
The median household income in Washington County is $62,774 with a poverty rate of 11.0%.
How many cities are in Washington County, Virginia?
Washington County contains 7 Census-designated places.