Washington County, KS
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Washington County Overview
5,529
TOTAL POPULATION
2,877
MALE POPULATION
2,652
FEMALE POPULATION
108.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.18
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,781
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,213
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$59,432
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,202
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,648
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Washington County Area Codes
Race in Washington County
The most populous races in Washington County are White / Caucasian (5,221 | 94.4%), Hispanic or Latino (242 | 4.4%), and Two or more Races (134 | 2.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 41 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 10 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 242 | 4.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 17 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,221 | 94.4% |
| Two or more Races | 134 | 2.4% |
| Some other Race | 106 | 1.9% |
| Total | 5,529 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Washington County
The most populous ancestries reported in Washington County are German (2,549 | 46.1%), Irish (586 | 10.6%), English (434 | 7.9%), American (369 | 6.7%), and Czech (289 | 5.2%), together accounting for 76.5% of all Washington County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 369 | 6.7% |
| Basque | 2 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 1 | 0.0% |
| British | 11 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 5 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 2 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 19 | 0.3% |
| Croatian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 289 | 5.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 16 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 12 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 35 | 0.6% |
| Eastern European | 3 | 0.1% |
| English | 434 | 7.9% |
| European | 22 | 0.4% |
| Finnish | 2 | 0.0% |
| French | 224 | 4.1% |
| French Canadian | 44 | 0.8% |
| German | 2,549 | 46.1% |
| Iranian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 586 | 10.6% |
| Italian | 72 | 1.3% |
| Korean | 18 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 234 | 4.2% |
| Mexican American Indian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 2 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 38 | 0.7% |
| Panamanian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 37 | 0.7% |
| Puerto Rican | 2 | 0.0% |
| Romanian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 10 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 43 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 62 | 1.1% |
| South African | 3 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 4 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 3 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 189 | 3.4% |
| Swiss | 31 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 16 | 0.3% | View All 42 Rows |
Immigrants in Washington County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Washington County came from Central America (95 | 1.7%), Latin America (95 | 1.7%), Mexico (74 | 1.3%), Africa (62 | 1.1%), and South Africa (54 | 1.0%), together accounting for 6.9% of all Washington County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 62 | 1.1% |
| Asia | 21 | 0.4% |
| Central America | 95 | 1.7% |
| Costa Rica | 15 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 7 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 4 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 11 | 0.2% |
| France | 2 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 2 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 95 | 1.7% |
| Mexico | 74 | 1.3% |
| Pakistan | 10 | 0.2% |
| Panama | 2 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 11 | 0.2% |
| Serbia | 3 | 0.1% |
| South Africa | 54 | 1.0% |
| South Central Asia | 10 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 11 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 4 | 0.1% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Washington County
Sex and Age in Washington County
The most populous age groups in Washington County are 55 to 59 Years (222 | 7.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (225 | 8.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 186 (6.5%) | 192 (7.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 167 (5.8%) | 172 (6.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 204 (7.1%) | 128 (4.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 160 (5.6%) | 137 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 183 (6.4%) | 144 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 172 (6.0%) | 125 (4.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 122 (4.2%) | 142 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 131 (4.5%) | 152 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 165 (5.7%) | 86 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 168 (5.8%) | 132 (5.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 176 (6.1%) | 150 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 222 (7.7%) | 225 (8.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 210 (7.3%) | 163 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 201 (7.0%) | 212 (8.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 155 (5.4%) | 110 (4.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 84 (2.9%) | 152 (5.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 90 (3.1%) | 99 (3.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 81 (2.8%) | 131 (4.9%) |
| Total | 2,877 (100.0%) | 2,652 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Washington County
Median Family Size in Washington County
The median family size in Washington County is 3.10 persons per family, with single female/mother families (91 | 6.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.43 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (78 | 5.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.81 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,225 (87.9%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 78 (5.6%) | 2.81 |
| Single Female/Mother | 91 (6.5%) | 3.43 |
| Total Families | 1,394 (100.0%) | 3.10 |
Median Household Size in Washington County
The median household size in Washington County is 2.30 persons per household, with single female/mother households (91 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.78 persons per household. non-family households (950 | 40.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,225 (52.3%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 78 (3.3%) | 3.08 |
| Single Female/Mother | 91 (3.9%) | 3.78 |
| Non-family | 950 (40.5%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 2,344 (100.0%) | 2.30 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Washington County
Out of a total of 2,344 households in Washington County, 1,394 (59.5%) are family households, while 950 (40.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 758, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 859.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 859 (36.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 758 (32.3%) | 90 (3.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 219 (9.3%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 217 (9.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 95 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 51 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 54 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,394 (59.5%) | 950 (40.5%) |
Female Fertility in Washington County
Fertility by Age in Washington County
Average fertility rate in Washington County is 92.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 158.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 4 (4.6%) | 29.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 65 (75.6%) | 158.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 17 (19.8%) | 44.0 |
| Total | 86 (100.0%) | 92.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Washington County
90.7% of women with births (86) in Washington County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 61 (93.9%) | 4 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 78 (90.7%) | 8 (9.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Washington County
Average fertility rate in Washington County is 92.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 183.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 7.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 45.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 4 (4.6%) | 26.0 |
| High School Diploma | 1 (1.2%) | 7.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 39 (45.4%) | 119.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 29 (33.7%) | 125.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (15.1%) | 183.0 |
| Total | 86 (100.0%) | 92.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Washington County
9.3% of women with births in Washington County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 36 (92.3%) | 3 (7.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 78 (90.7%) | 8 (9.3%) |
Income in Washington County
Income Overview in Washington County
Per Capita Income in Washington County is $32,781, while median incomes of families and households are $75,213 and $59,432 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,529 | $32,781 |
| Median Family Income | 1,394 | $75,213 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,394 | $89,918 |
| Median Household Income | 2,344 | $59,432 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,344 | $74,689 |
| Income Deficit | 1,394 | $9,202 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,529 | 38.09% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,529 | 61.91¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,529 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Washington County
Average Earnings in Washington County are $38,627, $46,636 for men and $28,872 for women, a difference of 38.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,621 (57.3%) | $46,636 |
| Female | 1,207 (42.7%) | $28,872 |
| Total | 2,828 (100.0%) | $38,627 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Washington County
The most common earnings brackets in Washington County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (180 | 11.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (122 | 10.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 72 (4.4%) | 86 (7.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 4 (0.3%) | 25 (2.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 28 (1.7%) | 38 (3.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 19 (1.2%) | 19 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 30 (1.8%) | 43 (3.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 26 (1.6%) | 64 (5.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 31 (1.9%) | 53 (4.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 27 (1.7%) | 38 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 36 (2.2%) | 79 (6.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 54 (3.3%) | 55 (4.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 107 (6.6%) | 122 (10.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 125 (7.7%) | 96 (8.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 96 (5.9%) | 69 (5.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 111 (6.9%) | 91 (7.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 125 (7.7%) | 71 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 138 (8.5%) | 23 (1.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 180 (11.1%) | 88 (7.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 106 (6.5%) | 64 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 165 (10.2%) | 51 (4.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 141 (8.7%) | 32 (2.6%) |
| Total | 1,621 (100.0%) | 1,207 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Washington County
Average earnings in Washington County are $49,693 for men and $32,923 for women, a difference of 33.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,833, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,357. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,625, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $18,750.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $35,357 | $18,750 |
| High School Diploma | $49,250 | $22,750 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $49,934 | $29,167 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $70,833 | $38,438 |
| Graduate Degree | $62,639 | $46,625 |
| Total | $49,693 | $32,923 |
Family Income in Washington County
Family Income Brackets in Washington County
According to the Washington County family income data, there are 330 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 8 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8 | 0.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 40 | 2.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 116 | 8.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 177 | 12.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 330 | 23.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 289 | 20.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 222 | 15.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 128 | 9.2% |
| $200,000+ | 63 | 4.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Washington County
6-person families (45 | 3.2%) account for the highest median family income in Washington County with $152,969 per family, while 2-person families (775 | 55.6%) have the highest median income of $36,875 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 775 (55.6%) | $73,750 |
| 3-Person Families | 221 (15.9%) | $68,365 |
| 4-Person Families | 202 (14.5%) | $77,500 |
| 5-Person Families | 98 (7.0%) | $64,405 |
| 6-Person Families | 45 (3.2%) | $152,969 |
| 7+ Person Families | 53 (3.8%) | $107,663 |
| Total | 1,394 (100.0%) | $75,213 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Washington County
The median family income in Washington County is $75,213, with families comprising 3+ earners (108) having the highest median family income of $127,000, while families with no earners (186) have the lowest median family income of $45,625, accounting for 7.7% and 13.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 186 (13.3%) | $45,625 |
| 1 Earner | 411 (29.5%) | $60,133 |
| 2 Earners | 689 (49.4%) | $95,296 |
| 3+ Earners | 108 (7.7%) | $127,000 |
| Total | 1,394 (100.0%) | $75,213 |
Household Income in Washington County
Household Income Brackets in Washington County
With 471 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Washington County, accounting for 20.1% of all households. In contrast, only 73 households (3.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 75 | 3.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 73 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 178 | 7.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 335 | 14.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 328 | 14.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 471 | 20.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 406 | 17.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 246 | 10.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 145 | 6.2% |
| $200,000+ | 87 | 3.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Washington County
The median household income in Washington County is $59,432, with the highest median household income of $73,750 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 583 households (24.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,030, with 823 households (35.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 117 (5.0%) | $48,125 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 583 (24.9%) | $73,750 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 821 (35.0%) | $61,010 |
| 65+ Years | 823 (35.1%) | $45,030 |
| Total | 2,344 (100.0%) | $59,432 |
Poverty in Washington County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington County
With 8.7% poverty level for males and 11.3% for females among the residents of Washington County, 12 to 14 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 34 males (29.6%) and 28 females (29.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 31 (16.7%) | 24 (12.5%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 20 (9.8%) | 25 (15.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 34 (29.6%) | 28 (29.8%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (24.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 20 (8.4%) | 21 (11.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 17 (5.8%) | 17 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 26 (8.8%) | 12 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 59 (17.2%) | 37 (13.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 27 (6.3%) | 38 (10.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (2.0%) | 14 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (3.0%) | 54 (15.6%) |
| Total | 248 (8.7%) | 290 (11.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington County
According to the poverty statistics in Washington County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 155 (83.3%) | 168 (87.5%) |
| 5 Years | 51 (100.0%) | 44 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 184 (90.2%) | 136 (84.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 81 (70.4%) | 66 (70.2%) |
| 15 Years | 18 (100.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 88 (100.0%) | 63 (75.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 217 (91.6%) | 155 (88.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 277 (94.2%) | 250 (93.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 270 (91.2%) | 225 (94.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 285 (82.9%) | 244 (86.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 401 (93.7%) | 332 (89.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 342 (98.0%) | 293 (95.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 224 (97.0%) | 293 (84.4%) |
| Total | 2,593 (91.3%) | 2,288 (88.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Washington County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Washington County show that 4.2% or 51 of the total 1,225 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 44.0%, comprising of 22 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.2%, which includes 17 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 757 (97.8%) | 17 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 278 (97.2%) | 8 (2.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 111 (96.5%) | 4 (3.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 28 (56.0%) | 22 (44.0%) |
| Total | 1,174 (95.8%) | 51 (4.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Washington County
According to the poverty data in Washington County, 17.9% or 14 single-father households and 25.3% or 23 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (75.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 5 (23.8%) | 4 (15.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (28.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 9 (75.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14 (17.9%) | 23 (25.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Washington County
The poverty data for Washington County shows that 51 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 37 of the single-parent households (21.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (44.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (76.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 17 (2.2%) | 9 (19.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (2.8%) | 18 (16.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (3.5%) | 10 (76.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 22 (44.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 51 (4.2%) | 37 (21.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Washington County
Employment by Class of Employer in Washington County
Among the 2,588 employed individuals in Washington County, private company employees (1,435 | 55.4%), local government employees (282 | 10.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (277 | 10.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,435 | 55.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 212 | 8.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 277 | 10.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 233 | 9.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 282 | 10.9% |
| State Government Employees | 93 | 3.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 46 | 1.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 10 | 0.4% |
| Total | 2,588 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Washington County
According to the labor force statistics for Washington County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,443), 59.6% or 2,648 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 48 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 97.0% or 288 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.8% or 5 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 77 (29.6%) | 2 (2.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 225 (68.8%) | 2 (0.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 288 (97.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 240 (90.9%) | 12 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 473 (88.6%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 474 (75.7%) | 11 (2.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 386 (86.4%) | 6 (1.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 214 (57.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 215 (31.7%) | 8 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (8.9%) | 5 (8.8%) |
| Total | 2,648 (59.6%) | 48 (1.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Washington County
According to labor force statistics for Washington County, 81.7% of individuals (2,076) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,541) are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 31 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.2% or 561 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.1% or 3 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 96 (64.4%) | 5 (3.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 701 (79.9%) | 18 (2.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 717 (81.6%) | 12 (1.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 561 (88.2%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| Total | 2,076 (81.7%) | 38 (1.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Washington County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Washington County are Management (401 | 15.4%), Community & Social Service (317 | 12.2%), Education Instruction & Library (220 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (109 | 4.2%), and Business & Financial (94 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Washington County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (81.6%), and Management (72.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (89.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 292 (72.8%) | 109 (27.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 37 (39.4%) | 57 (60.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 62 (81.6%) | 14 (18.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 7 (63.6%) | 4 (36.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 11 (52.4%) | 10 (47.6%) |
| Community & Social Service | 66 (20.8%) | 251 (79.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 22 (37.9%) | 36 (62.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 24 (10.9%) | 196 (89.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 20 (52.6%) | 18 (47.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 22 (20.2%) | 87 (79.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 18 (29.0%) | 44 (71.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 479 (48.0%) | 518 (52.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,493 (57.4%) | 1,107 (42.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Washington County are Personal Care & Service (140 | 5.4%), Healthcare Support (94 | 3.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (84 | 3.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (74 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (14 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Washington County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (92.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (80.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (91.9%), Healthcare Support (71.3%), and Personal Care & Service (65.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 27 (28.7%) | 67 (71.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 13 (92.9%) | 1 (7.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 4 (80.0%) | 1 (20.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 6 (8.1%) | 68 (91.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 49 (58.3%) | 35 (41.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 49 (35.0%) | 91 (65.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 144 (35.5%) | 262 (64.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,493 (57.4%) | 1,107 (42.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Washington County are Office & Administration (247 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (186 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 133 (71.5%) | 53 (28.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 37 (15.0%) | 210 (85.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 170 (39.3%) | 263 (60.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,493 (57.4%) | 1,107 (42.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Washington County are Construction & Extraction (118 | 4.5%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (106 | 4.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (85 | 3.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 100 (94.3%) | 6 (5.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 112 (94.9%) | 6 (5.1%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 297 (96.1%) | 12 (3.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,493 (57.4%) | 1,107 (42.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Washington County are Production (210 | 8.1%), Transportation (154 | 5.9%), and Material Moving (91 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 181 (86.2%) | 29 (13.8%) |
| Transportation | 152 (98.7%) | 2 (1.3%) |
| Material Moving | 70 (76.9%) | 21 (23.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 403 (88.6%) | 52 (11.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,493 (57.4%) | 1,107 (42.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Washington County
Employment Industries in Washington County
The major employment industries in Washington County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (429 | 16.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (344 | 13.2%), Manufacturing (315 | 12.1%), Educational Services (288 | 11.1%), and Retail Trade (254 | 9.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Washington County
The Washington County industries that see more men than women are Construction (95.2%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (93.0%), and Wholesale Trade (83.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (87.7%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (87.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (87.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 399 (93.0%) | 30 (7.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 139 (95.2%) | 7 (4.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 250 (79.4%) | 65 (20.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 66 (83.5%) | 13 (16.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 156 (61.4%) | 98 (38.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 132 (80.0%) | 33 (20.0%) |
| Utilities | 35 (81.4%) | 8 (18.6%) |
| Information | 11 (23.4%) | 36 (76.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 15 (12.3%) | 107 (87.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 1 (12.5%) | 7 (87.5%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 37 (69.8%) | 16 (30.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 21 (70.0%) | 9 (30.0%) |
| Educational Services | 60 (20.8%) | 228 (79.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 44 (12.8%) | 300 (87.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 13 (25.5%) | 38 (74.5%) |
| Public Administration | 58 (69.1%) | 26 (30.9%) |
| Total | 1,493 (57.4%) | 1,107 (42.6%) |
Education in Washington County
School Enrollment in Washington County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,125 students in Washington County are elementary school (280 | 24.9%), high school (280 | 24.9%), and middle school (247 | 22.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 129 | 11.5% |
| Kindergarten | 79 | 7.0% |
| Elementary School | 280 | 24.9% |
| Middle School | 247 | 22.0% |
| High School | 280 | 24.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 98 | 8.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 12 | 1.1% |
| Total | 1,125 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Washington County
Out of a total of 1,125 students who are enrolled in schools in Washington County, 278 (24.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 847 (75.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 40 (48.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 19 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 51 (72.9%) | 19 (27.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 248 (74.3%) | 86 (25.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 230 (70.8%) | 95 (29.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 190 (91.3%) | 18 (8.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 48 (72.7%) | 18 (27.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 43 (51.8%) | 40 (48.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 18 (90.0%) | 2 (10.0%) |
| Total | 847 (75.3%) | 278 (24.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Washington County
Education (300 | 34.2%), business (141 | 16.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (140 | 16.0%), engineering (73 | 8.3%), and science & technology (61 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 878 individuals in Washington County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 4 | 0.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 140 | 16.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 20 | 2.3% |
| Psychology | 11 | 1.3% |
| Social Sciences | 13 | 1.5% |
| Engineering | 73 | 8.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 7 | 0.8% |
| Science & Technology | 61 | 7.0% |
| Business | 141 | 16.1% |
| Education | 300 | 34.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 3 | 0.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 29 | 3.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 7 | 0.8% |
| Communications | 13 | 1.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 56 | 6.4% |
| Total | 878 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Washington County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Washington County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Washington County are males with 2 vehicles (536, accounting for 36.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (413, making up 48.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 20 (1.3%) | 20 (1.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 276 (18.6%) | 169 (15.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 536 (36.1%) | 413 (37.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 330 (22.3%) | 243 (22.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 152 (10.2%) | 140 (12.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 169 (11.4%) | 117 (10.6%) |
| Total | 1,483 (100.0%) | 1,102 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Washington County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Washington County are 5 to 9 minutes (405 commuters, 16.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (385 commuters, 15.8%), and 20 to 24 minutes (349 commuters, 14.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 298 | 12.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 405 | 16.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 319 | 13.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 283 | 11.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 349 | 14.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 161 | 6.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 385 | 15.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 16 | 0.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 41 | 1.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 59 | 2.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 70 | 2.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 54 | 2.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Washington County
The most common commute times in Washington County are 30 to 34 minutes (258 commuters, 17.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (222 commuters, 22.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 165 (11.4%) | 133 (13.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 183 (12.7%) | 222 (22.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 162 (11.2%) | 157 (15.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 175 (12.1%) | 108 (10.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 207 (14.3%) | 142 (14.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 109 (7.5%) | 52 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 258 (17.9%) | 127 (12.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 11 (0.8%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 30 (2.1%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 51 (3.5%) | 8 (0.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 45 (3.1%) | 25 (2.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 48 (3.3%) | 6 (0.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Washington County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Washington County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (319, 22.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (307, 30.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 102 (7.1%) | 21 (2.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 73 (5.1%) | 30 (3.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 96 (6.7%) | 33 (3.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 137 (9.5%) | 97 (9.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 217 (15.0%) | 67 (6.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 270 (18.7%) | 204 (20.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 319 (22.1%) | 307 (30.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 77 (5.3%) | 69 (6.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 8 (0.5%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 12 (0.8%) | 61 (6.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (2.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 52 (3.6%) | 18 (1.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 81 (5.6%) | 42 (4.2%) |
| Total | 1,444 (100.0%) | 996 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Washington County
Occupancy by Ownership in Washington County
Of the total 2,344 dwellings in Washington County, owner-occupied units account for 1,801 (76.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 543 (23.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,801 | 76.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 543 | 23.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,344 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Washington County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 859 | 36.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 848 | 36.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 220 | 9.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 417 | 17.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,344 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Washington County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 578 (67.3%) | 281 (32.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 705 (83.1%) | 143 (16.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 164 (74.6%) | 56 (25.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 354 (84.9%) | 63 (15.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,801 (76.8%) | 543 (23.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Washington County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 70 (50.7%) | 68 (49.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 711 (71.4%) | 285 (28.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 631 (83.8%) | 122 (16.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 389 (85.1%) | 68 (14.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Washington County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 402 | 17.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 298 | 12.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 374 | 16.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 447 | 19.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 361 | 15.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 330 | 14.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 132 | 5.6% |
| Total | 2,344 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Washington County
Median Income by Occupancy in Washington County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,801 (76.8%) | $62,520 |
| Renter-Occupied | 543 (23.2%) | $45,750 |
| Average | 2,344 (100.0%) | $59,432 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Washington County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 14 (0.8%) | 33 (6.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 12 (0.7%) | 17 (3.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 37 (2.1%) | 35 (6.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 51 (2.8%) | 26 (4.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 68 (3.8%) | 33 (6.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 251 (13.9%) | 85 (15.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 249 (13.8%) | 78 (14.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 377 (20.9%) | 95 (17.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 304 (16.9%) | 102 (18.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 223 (12.4%) | 23 (4.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 215 (11.9%) | 16 (2.9%) |
| Total | 1,801 (100.0%) | 543 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Washington County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 198 (11.0%) | 61 (11.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 354 (19.7%) | 113 (20.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 519 (28.8%) | 142 (26.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 208 (11.6%) | 32 (5.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 322 (17.9%) | 43 (7.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 79 (4.4%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 30 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 53 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 38 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,801 (100.0%) | 543 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Washington County
Housing Structures in Washington County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,080 | 88.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 15 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 95 | 4.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 36 | 1.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 39 | 1.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 12 | 0.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 67 | 2.9% |
| Total | 2,344 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Washington County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,748 (84.0%) | 332 (16.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 7 (46.7%) | 8 (53.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 16 (16.8%) | 79 (83.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 2 (5.6%) | 34 (94.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 28 (41.8%) | 39 (58.2%) |
| Total | 1,801 (76.8%) | 543 (23.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Washington County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 30 (1.7%) | 120 (22.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 469 (26.0%) | 200 (36.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 672 (37.3%) | 146 (26.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 630 (35.0%) | 72 (13.3%) |
| Total | 1,801 (100.0%) | 543 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Washington County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,119 (62.1%) | 250 (46.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 314 (17.4%) | 49 (9.0%) |
| Electricity | 163 (9.0%) | 176 (32.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 73 (4.1%) | 54 (9.9%) |
| Coal or Coke | 12 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 119 (6.6%) | 12 (2.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 1 (0.1%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| Total | 1,801 (100.0%) | 543 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Washington County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 20 (1.1%) | 50 (9.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 434 (24.1%) | 248 (45.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 709 (39.4%) | 167 (30.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 638 (35.4%) | 78 (14.4%) |
| Total | 1,801 (100.0%) | 543 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Washington County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Washington County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,116 | 685 |
| Median Property Value | $98,500 | $124,800 |
| Median Household Income | $50,547 | $117 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $511 | $35 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,403 | $2 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Washington County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 302 (27.1%) | 116 (16.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 268 (24.0%) | 165 (24.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 422 (37.8%) | 293 (42.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 74 (6.6%) | 90 (13.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 19 (1.7%) | 14 (2.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 31 (2.8%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,116 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Washington County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 26 (2.3%) | 20 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 118 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 200 (17.9%) | 38 (5.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 207 (18.5%) | 51 (7.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 197 (17.6%) | 42 (6.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 178 (16.0%) | 180 (26.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 92 (8.2%) | 126 (18.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 98 (8.8%) | 131 (19.1%) |
| Total | 1,116 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Washington County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 594 (53.2%) | 77,188 (11,268.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 167 (15.0%) | 430 (62.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 101 (9.0%) | 117 (17.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 254 (22.8%) | 34 (5.0%) |
| Total | 1,116 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Washington County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 306 (27.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 283 (25.4%) | 79 (11.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 504 (45.2%) | 215 (31.4%) |
| Total | 1,116 (100.0%) | 685 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Washington County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 457 (96.6%) | 16 (3.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 786 (96.0%) | 33 (4.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 371 (87.9%) | 51 (12.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 485 (94.0%) | 31 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 491 (92.1%) | 42 (7.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 578 (92.5%) | 47 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 717 (89.8%) | 81 (10.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 656 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 578 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,119 (94.5%) | 301 (5.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Washington County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 457 (96.6%) | 16 (3.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 786 (96.0%) | 33 (4.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 371 (87.9%) | 51 (12.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Washington County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 342 (86.6%) | 53 (13.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,128 (91.0%) | 112 (9.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,122 (95.3%) | 55 (4.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,007 (97.2%) | 29 (2.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,497 (96.6%) | 52 (3.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 151 (31.9%) | 325 (68.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 193 (23.6%) | 620 (75.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 52 (12.3%) | 348 (82.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 44 (8.5%) | 464 (89.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 63 (11.8%) | 451 (84.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 86 (13.8%) | 507 (81.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 68 (8.5%) | 661 (82.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 623 (95.0%) | 404 (61.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 578 (100.0%) | 402 (69.6%) |
| Total | 1,858 (34.3%) | 4,182 (77.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Washington County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 21 (4.4%) | 14 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 40 (7.5%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 151 (14.1%) | 115 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 109 (31.2%) | 50 (16.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 102 (44.2%) | 159 (45.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Washington County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 47 (4.4%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 80 (22.9%) | 10 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (26.8%) | 40 (11.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (1.9%) | 27 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (1.7%) | 10 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (5.2%) | 30 (8.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (3.8%) | 14 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (3.0%) | 6 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 63 (5.9%) | 45 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.3%) | 14 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (15.6%) | 41 (11.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (1.1%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 78 (7.3%) | 79 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (9.5%) | 35 (11.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (15.6%) | 100 (28.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 14 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 35 (3.3%) | 27 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (2.0%) | 11 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43 (18.6%) | 32 (9.2%) |
Technology Access in Washington County
Computing Device Access in Washington County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,554 | 66.3% |
| Smartphone | 1,696 | 72.4% |
| Tablet | 1,021 | 43.6% |
| No Computing Device | 374 | 16.0% |
| Total | 2,344 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Washington County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 20 | 0.9% |
| Broadband Home | 1,201 | 51.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 282 | 12.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 301 | 12.8% |
| No Internet | 629 | 26.8% |
| Total | 2,344 | 100.0% |
Washington County Summary
Introduction
Washington County, Kansas is located in the northeast corner of the state and is bordered by Nebraska to the north and Missouri to the east. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area and is home to a population of just over 5,000 people. The county was established in 1855 and is named after George Washington, the first president of the United States.
Geography
Washington County is located in the northeast corner of Kansas and is bordered by Nebraska to the north and Missouri to the east. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area and is home to a population of just over 5,000 people. The county covers an area of 576 square miles and is mostly rural, with the majority of the population living in the small towns of Washington, Hanover, and Clifton. The county is located in the Central Lowland region of the Great Plains and is characterized by rolling hills and flat plains. The county is drained by the Big Blue River, which flows through the county from north to south.
Economy
Washington County’s economy is largely based on agriculture, with the majority of the population employed in farming and ranching. The county is home to a variety of crops, including corn, wheat, soybeans, and sorghum. Livestock production is also an important part of the local economy, with cattle, hogs, and sheep being raised in the area. In addition to agriculture, the county is home to a number of small businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and service providers.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Washington County was 5,093, with a population density of 8.8 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,938. The per capita income for the county was $20,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Washington County, Kansas is a rural county located in the northeast corner of the state. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area and is home to a population of just over 5,000 people. The county’s economy is largely based on agriculture, with the majority of the population employed in farming and ranching. The county is also home to a variety of small businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and service providers. The population of the county is mostly white, with a small percentage of African Americans, Native Americans, Asians, and Pacific Islanders. The median income for a household in the county is $41,944, and the per capita income is $20,845.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Washington County?
Total Population of Washington County is 5,529.
What is the Total Male Population of Washington County?
Total Male Population of Washington County is 2,877.
What is the Total Female Population of Washington County?
Total Female Population of Washington County is 2,652.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Washington County?
There are 108.48 Males per 100 Females in Washington County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Washington County?
There are 92.18 Females per 100 Males in Washington County.
What is the Median Population Age in Washington County?
Median Population Age in Washington County is 44.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Washington County
Average Family Size in Washington County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Washington County
Average Household Size in Washington County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Washington County?
Per Capita income in Washington County is $32,781.
What is the Median Family Income in Washington County?
Median Family Income in Washington County is $75,213.
What is the Median Household income in Washington County?
Median Household Income in Washington County is $59,432.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Washington County?
Income or Wage Gap in Washington County is 38.1%.
Women in Washington County earn 61.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Washington County?
Family Income Deficit in Washington County is $9,202.
Families that are below poverty line in Washington County earn $9,202 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Washington County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Washington County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Washington County?
There are 2,648 People in the Labor Forcein in Washington County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Washington County?
59.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Washington County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Washington County?
Unemployment Rate in Washington County is 1.8%.