Washington County, UT

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Washington County Overview

183,297
TOTAL POPULATION
91,287
MALE POPULATION
92,010
FEMALE POPULATION
99.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.79
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,047
PER CAPITA INCOME
$89,507
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,976
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,952
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
80,822
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Washington County Area Codes

Race in Washington County

The most populous races in Washington County are White / Caucasian (161,313 | 88.0%), Hispanic or Latino (20,385 | 11.1%), and Two or more Races (8,803 | 4.8%).
Race in Washington County
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,9291.1%
Black / African American1,0620.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific1,1000.6%
Hispanic or Latino20,38511.1%
Native / Alaskan2,2391.2%
White / Caucasian161,31388.0%
Two or more Races8,8034.8%
Some other Race6,8513.7%
Total183,297100.0%

Ancestry in Washington County

The most populous ancestries reported in Washington County are English (54,848 | 29.9%), German (23,220 | 12.7%), Irish (14,662 | 8.0%), Mexican (13,779 | 7.5%), and American (11,038 | 6.0%), together accounting for 64.1% of all Washington County residents.
Ancestry in Washington County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African820.0%
Aleut270.0%
American11,0386.0%
Apache1150.1%
Arab3070.2%
Argentinean1160.1%
Armenian230.0%
Australian450.0%
Austrian2050.1%
Bahamian240.0%
Basque1360.1%
Belgian550.0%
Bhutanese3960.2%
Blackfeet1360.1%
Bolivian80.0%
Brazilian4900.3%
British2,1601.2%
Burmese1640.1%
Cajun60.0%
Cambodian30.0%
Canadian7470.4%
Central American1,8891.0%
Central American Indian260.0%
Cherokee4860.3%
Cheyenne210.0%
Chickasaw610.0%
Chilean390.0%
Chippewa310.0%
Choctaw590.0%
Colombian2730.2%
Comanche510.0%
Costa Rican240.0%
Creek430.0%
Croatian1350.1%
Cuban640.0%
Czech2420.1%
Czechoslovakian340.0%
Danish8,3544.6%
Dominican180.0%
Dutch2,6311.4%
Eastern European3010.2%
Ecuadorian110.0%
Egyptian1710.1%
English54,84829.9%
Estonian190.0%
Ethiopian710.0%
European9,6125.2%
Fijian520.0%
Filipino160.0%
Finnish5290.3%
French2,8971.6%
French Canadian8920.5%
German23,22012.7%
Ghanaian650.0%
Greek3600.2%
Guamanian / Chamorro110.0%
Guatemalan6360.4%
Haitian120.0%
Honduran850.1%
Hungarian3400.2%
Icelander3040.2%
Indian (Asian)5660.3%
Iranian70.0%
Irish14,6628.0%
Italian5,8063.2%
Jamaican410.0%
Korean9920.5%
Laotian130.0%
Latvian150.0%
Lebanese660.0%
Lithuanian1570.1%
Luxembourger50.0%
Maltese110.0%
Mexican13,7797.5%
Mexican American Indian170.0%
Mongolian210.0%
Moroccan240.0%
Native Hawaiian6270.3%
Navajo1,4410.8%
Northern European5280.3%
Norwegian3,8552.1%
Osage210.0%
Paiute1260.1%
Pakistani1940.1%
Panamanian100.0%
Pennsylvania German650.0%
Peruvian1380.1%
Polish1,9721.1%
Portuguese4480.2%
Puerto Rican8610.5%
Romanian620.0%
Russian2850.2%
Salvadoran1,1340.6%
Samoan1,3900.8%
Scandinavian3,0361.7%
Scotch-Irish1,4980.8%
Scottish8,4134.6%
Serbian1520.1%
Sioux300.0%
Slavic720.0%
Slovak1130.1%
Slovene340.0%
Somali180.0%
South African80.0%
South American9510.5%
Spaniard1,2080.7%
Spanish4990.3%
Spanish American730.0%
Spanish American Indian1090.1%
Sri Lankan3580.2%
Subsaharan African3830.2%
Sudanese1120.1%
Swedish6,2603.4%
Swiss3,6192.0%
Syrian460.0%
Thai3650.2%
Tongan7070.4%
Turkish2440.1%
Ukrainian3220.2%
Uruguayan430.0%
Ute420.0%
Venezuelan3230.2%
Welsh2,6661.5%
Yugoslavian560.0%
Yuman140.0%
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Immigrants in Washington County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Washington County came from Latin America (6,692 | 3.6%), Central America (5,454 | 3.0%), Mexico (3,983 | 2.2%), Asia (1,243 | 0.7%), and South America (1,223 | 0.7%), together accounting for 10.1% of all Washington County residents.
Immigrants in Washington County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa2270.1%
Argentina1390.1%
Asia1,2430.7%
Australia440.0%
Austria300.0%
Belgium50.0%
Brazil4840.3%
Canada7030.4%
Caribbean150.0%
Central America5,4543.0%
Chile390.0%
China1850.1%
Colombia1490.1%
Costa Rica50.0%
Cuba30.0%
Czechoslovakia180.0%
Denmark1010.1%
Eastern Africa890.1%
Eastern Asia3280.2%
Eastern Europe2140.1%
Ecuador110.0%
El Salvador7620.4%
England1250.1%
Ethiopia710.0%
Europe1,1480.6%
France670.0%
Germany1960.1%
Ghana220.0%
Guatemala6050.3%
Haiti120.0%
Honduras850.1%
Hong Kong270.0%
Hungary170.0%
India630.0%
Indonesia130.0%
Ireland310.0%
Italy90.0%
Japan580.0%
Korea820.0%
Latin America6,6923.6%
Malaysia380.0%
Mexico3,9832.2%
Middle Africa110.0%
Netherlands490.0%
Nigeria500.0%
Northern Africa390.0%
Northern Europe4940.3%
Norway80.0%
Oceania4120.2%
Panama140.0%
Peru360.0%
Philippines3620.2%
Poland90.0%
Romania310.0%
Russia450.0%
Scotland440.0%
Somalia180.0%
South America1,2230.7%
South Central Asia630.0%
South Eastern Asia7740.4%
Southern Europe670.0%
Spain580.0%
Sudan390.0%
Sweden670.0%
Switzerland140.0%
Taiwan590.0%
Thailand740.0%
Turkey360.0%
Ukraine940.1%
Uruguay350.0%
Venezuela3300.2%
Vietnam2870.2%
Western Africa720.0%
Western Asia780.0%
Western Europe3610.2%
Zaire110.0%
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Sex and Age in Washington County

Sex and Age in Washington County

The most populous age groups in Washington County are 10 to 14 Years (7,168 | 7.9%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (6,615 | 7.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Washington County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5,575 (6.1%)5,427 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years6,539 (7.2%)6,257 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years7,168 (7.9%)6,425 (7.0%)
15 to 19 Years6,810 (7.5%)6,615 (7.2%)
20 to 24 Years6,145 (6.7%)5,809 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years5,698 (6.2%)5,288 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years5,107 (5.6%)4,981 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years5,243 (5.7%)5,373 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years5,520 (6.0%)5,512 (6.0%)
45 to 49 Years4,685 (5.1%)4,608 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years4,391 (4.8%)4,262 (4.6%)
55 to 59 Years4,375 (4.8%)5,115 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years4,779 (5.2%)5,435 (5.9%)
65 to 69 Years5,646 (6.2%)5,865 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years4,998 (5.5%)5,850 (6.4%)
75 to 79 Years3,495 (3.8%)4,410 (4.8%)
80 to 84 Years2,735 (3.0%)2,502 (2.7%)
85 Years and over2,378 (2.6%)2,276 (2.5%)
Total91,287 (100.0%)92,010 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Washington County

Median Family Size in Washington County

The median family size in Washington County is 3.26 persons per family, with single female/mother families (4,278 | 8.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.37 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2,293 | 4.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.96 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Washington County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple41,366 (86.3%)3.26
Single Male/Father2,293 (4.8%)2.96
Single Female/Mother4,278 (8.9%)3.37
Total Families47,937 (100.0%)3.26

Median Household Size in Washington County

The median household size in Washington County is 2.82 persons per household, with single female/mother households (4,278 | 6.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.62 persons per household. non-family households (16,214 | 25.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Washington County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple41,366 (64.5%)3.29
Single Male/Father2,293 (3.6%)3.38
Single Female/Mother4,278 (6.7%)3.62
Non-family16,214 (25.3%)1.32
Total Households64,151 (100.0%)2.82

Household Size by Marriage Status in Washington County

Out of a total of 64,151 households in Washington County, 47,937 (74.7%) are family households, while 16,214 (25.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 23,792, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 13,196.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Washington County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-13,196 (20.6%)
2-Person Households23,792 (37.1%)2,215 (3.5%)
3-Person Households6,957 (10.8%)518 (0.8%)
4-Person Households7,472 (11.7%)153 (0.2%)
5-Person Households5,172 (8.1%)53 (0.1%)
6-Person Households2,544 (4.0%)66 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households2,000 (3.1%)13 (0.0%)
Total47,937 (74.7%)16,214 (25.3%)

Female Fertility in Washington County

Fertility by Age in Washington County

Average fertility rate in Washington County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 113.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Washington County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years7 (0.3%)1.0
20 to 34 years1,821 (81.6%)113.0
35 to 50 years405 (18.1%)25.0
Total2,233 (100.0%)57.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Washington County

87.6% of women with births (2,233) in Washington County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 42.9% 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.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Washington County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
20 to 34 years1,548 (85.0%)273 (15.0%)
35 to 50 years405 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,956 (87.6%)277 (12.4%)

Fertility by Education in Washington County

Average fertility rate in Washington County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 93.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 42.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Washington County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School116 (5.2%)19.0
High School Diploma485 (21.7%)65.0
College or Associate's Degree957 (42.9%)57.0
Bachelor's Degree591 (26.5%)93.0
Graduate Degree84 (3.8%)35.0
Total2,233 (100.0%)57.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Washington County

12.4% of women with births in Washington County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate 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 28.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Washington County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School83 (71.6%)33 (28.4%)
High School Diploma347 (71.6%)138 (28.4%)
College or Associate's Degree864 (90.3%)93 (9.7%)
Bachelor's Degree579 (98.0%)12 (2.0%)
Graduate Degree84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,956 (87.6%)277 (12.4%)

Income in Washington County

Income Overview in Washington County

Per Capita Income in Washington County is $36,047, while median incomes of families and households are $89,507 and $71,976 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income183,297$36,047
Median Family Income47,937$89,507
Mean Family Income47,937$113,185
Median Household Income64,151$71,976
Mean Household Income64,151$99,534
Income Deficit47,937$9,952
Wage / Income Gap (%)183,29737.98%
Wage / Income Gap ($)183,29762.02¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index183,2970.45

Earnings by Sex in Washington County

Average Earnings in Washington County are $34,305, $42,605 for men and $26,425 for women, a difference of 38.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Washington County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male48,021 (55.0%)$42,605
Female39,204 (45.0%)$26,425
Total87,225 (100.0%)$34,305

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Washington County

The most common earnings brackets in Washington County are $100,000+ for men (9,172 | 19.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (3,421 | 8.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Washington County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2,308 (4.8%)3,122 (8.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9991,371 (2.9%)1,960 (5.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,443 (3.0%)2,299 (5.9%)
$7,500 to $9,999999 (2.1%)1,608 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,339 (2.8%)1,505 (3.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,163 (2.4%)2,018 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,136 (2.4%)1,573 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,085 (2.3%)1,225 (3.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,111 (2.3%)1,547 (4.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,106 (2.3%)1,852 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9993,028 (6.3%)3,421 (8.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9994,051 (8.4%)2,431 (6.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,359 (4.9%)1,684 (4.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,456 (5.1%)2,686 (6.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,927 (4.0%)1,763 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,994 (4.2%)1,364 (3.5%)
$55,000 to $64,9993,069 (6.4%)2,490 (6.4%)
$65,000 to $74,9992,856 (5.9%)1,105 (2.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,048 (8.4%)2,024 (5.2%)
$100,000+9,172 (19.1%)1,527 (3.9%)
Total48,021 (100.0%)39,204 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Washington County

Average earnings in Washington County are $53,188 for men and $30,581 for women, a difference of 42.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $106,596, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $39,600. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,532, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,350.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Washington County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,600$27,356
High School Diploma$40,572$26,350
College or Associate's Degree$51,863$28,692
Bachelor's Degree$56,042$34,324
Graduate Degree$106,596$58,532
Total$53,188$30,581

Family Income in Washington County

Family Income Brackets in Washington County

According to the Washington County family income data, there are 11,601 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 671 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Washington County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0006711.4%
$10,000 to $14,9996711.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991,4863.1%
$25,000 to $34,9993,3086.9%
$35,000 to $49,9995,03310.5%
$50,000 to $74,9999,10819.0%
$75,000 to $99,9996,90314.4%
$100,000 to $149,99911,60124.2%
$150,000 to $199,9994,4589.3%
$200,000+4,79410.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Washington County

7+ person families (1,932 | 4.0%) account for the highest median family income in Washington County with $123,826 per family, while 2-person families (24,650 | 51.4%) have the highest median income of $37,566 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Washington County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families24,650 (51.4%)$75,131
3-Person Families6,854 (14.3%)$86,803
4-Person Families7,458 (15.6%)$115,360
5-Person Families4,575 (9.5%)$102,993
6-Person Families2,468 (5.1%)$116,500
7+ Person Families1,932 (4.0%)$123,826
Total47,937 (100.0%)$89,507

Family Income by Number of Earners in Washington County

The median family income in Washington County is $89,507, with families comprising 3+ earners (6,354) having the highest median family income of $134,087, while families with no earners (11,366) have the lowest median family income of $63,134, accounting for 13.3% and 23.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Washington County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners11,366 (23.7%)$63,134
1 Earner13,256 (27.7%)$73,562
2 Earners16,961 (35.4%)$100,326
3+ Earners6,354 (13.3%)$134,087
Total47,937 (100.0%)$89,507

Household Income in Washington County

Household Income Brackets in Washington County

With 13,023 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Washington County, accounting for 20.3% of all households. In contrast, only 1,796 households (2.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Washington County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,9893.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991,7962.8%
$15,000 to $24,9993,4645.4%
$25,000 to $34,9995,9669.3%
$35,000 to $49,9997,50611.7%
$50,000 to $74,99912,06018.8%
$75,000 to $99,9998,08312.6%
$100,000 to $149,99913,02320.3%
$150,000 to $199,9995,0687.9%
$200,000+5,1968.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Washington County

The median household income in Washington County is $71,976, with the highest median household income of $101,316 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 18,840 households (29.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,618, with 2,960 households (4.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Washington County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2,960 (4.6%)$46,618
25 to 44 Years18,654 (29.1%)$81,445
45 to 64 Years18,840 (29.4%)$101,316
65+ Years23,697 (36.9%)$60,541
Total64,151 (100.0%)$71,976

Poverty in Washington County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington County

With 8.0% poverty level for males and 9.7% for females among the residents of Washington County, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 165 males (13.6%) and 1,444 females (17.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years730 (13.3%)599 (11.1%)
5 Years165 (13.6%)81 (6.1%)
6 to 11 Years1,059 (13.6%)744 (9.8%)
12 to 14 Years343 (7.6%)316 (8.7%)
15 Years141 (8.2%)109 (10.3%)
16 and 17 Years239 (10.1%)76 (2.7%)
18 to 24 Years1,021 (12.0%)1,444 (17.8%)
25 to 34 Years922 (8.6%)1,367 (13.4%)
35 to 44 Years666 (6.3%)822 (7.6%)
45 to 54 Years545 (6.1%)658 (7.4%)
55 to 64 Years374 (4.1%)972 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years474 (4.5%)678 (5.9%)
75 Years and over509 (6.0%)913 (10.1%)
Total7,188 (8.0%)8,779 (9.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington County

According to the poverty statistics in Washington County, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.9% of males and 97.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Washington County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4,778 (86.8%)4,785 (88.9%)
5 Years1,047 (86.4%)1,236 (93.9%)
6 to 11 Years6,746 (86.4%)6,842 (90.2%)
12 to 14 Years4,165 (92.4%)3,327 (91.3%)
15 Years1,589 (91.8%)944 (89.6%)
16 and 17 Years2,133 (89.9%)2,777 (97.3%)
18 to 24 Years7,503 (88.0%)6,676 (82.2%)
25 to 34 Years9,786 (91.4%)8,873 (86.7%)
35 to 44 Years9,908 (93.7%)10,011 (92.4%)
45 to 54 Years8,428 (93.9%)8,198 (92.6%)
55 to 64 Years8,694 (95.9%)9,550 (90.8%)
65 to 74 Years10,149 (95.5%)10,884 (94.1%)
75 Years and over8,012 (94.0%)8,103 (89.9%)
Total82,938 (92.0%)82,206 (90.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Washington County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Washington County show that 4.3% or 1,762 of the total 41,366 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 16.4%, comprising of 185 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 809 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Washington County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children23,489 (96.7%)809 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children10,355 (96.4%)386 (3.6%)
3 or 4 Children4,820 (92.7%)382 (7.3%)
5 or more Children940 (83.6%)185 (16.4%)
Total39,604 (95.7%)1,762 (4.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Washington County

According to the poverty data in Washington County, 5.3% or 122 single-father households and 19.9% or 850 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 73 households (96.1%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Washington County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children44 (3.9%)78 (4.9%)
1 or 2 Children53 (5.2%)459 (21.9%)
3 or 4 Children22 (15.9%)240 (46.2%)
5 or more Children3 (100.0%)73 (96.1%)
Total122 (5.3%)850 (19.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Washington County

The poverty data for Washington County shows that 1,762 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 972 of the single-parent households (14.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 185 households (16.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 76 household (96.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Washington County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children809 (3.3%)122 (4.5%)
1 or 2 Children386 (3.6%)512 (16.4%)
3 or 4 Children382 (7.3%)262 (39.8%)
5 or more Children185 (16.4%)76 (96.2%)
Total1,762 (4.3%)972 (14.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Washington County

Employment by Class of Employer in Washington County

Among the 77,459 employed individuals in Washington County, private company employees (52,525 | 67.8%), self-employed (incorporated) (5,848 | 7.5%), and local government employees (5,116 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Washington County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees52,52567.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)5,8487.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4,6846.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations4,8766.3%
Local Government Employees5,1166.6%
State Government Employees3,1284.0%
Federal Government Employees9111.2%
Unpaid Family Workers3710.5%
Total77,459100.0%

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 (143,048), 56.5% or 80,822 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 2,505 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 82.7% or 9,886 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.9% or 558 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Washington County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years5,632 (53.3%)558 (9.9%)
20 to 24 Years9,886 (82.7%)425 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Years8,404 (76.5%)244 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Years7,606 (75.4%)114 (1.5%)
35 to 44 Years17,275 (79.8%)225 (1.3%)
45 to 54 Years13,944 (77.7%)446 (3.2%)
55 to 59 Years6,852 (72.2%)185 (2.7%)
60 to 64 Years4,974 (48.7%)154 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years5,008 (22.4%)110 (2.2%)
75 Years and over1,246 (7.0%)17 (1.4%)
Total80,822 (56.5%)2,505 (3.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Washington County

According to labor force statistics for Washington County, 73.5% of individuals (59,073) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (80,372) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 1,359 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 78.8% or 19,356 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.1% or 612 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Washington County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3,387 (64.1%)159 (3.0%)
High School Diploma12,003 (70.6%)867 (5.1%)
College / Associate Degree24,338 (72.6%)436 (1.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher19,356 (78.8%)418 (1.7%)
Total59,073 (73.5%)1,849 (2.3%)

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 Community & Social Service (8,767 | 11.2%), Management (8,106 | 10.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (5,280 | 6.7%), Education Instruction & Library (4,743 | 6.1%), and Health Technologists (3,880 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Washington County

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 (90.5%), Computers & Mathematics (84.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (82.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (73.1%), Community & Social Service (64.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (56.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Washington County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management5,510 (68.0%)2,596 (32.0%)
Business & Financial1,755 (54.3%)1,478 (45.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2,705 (82.9%)558 (17.1%)
Computers & Mathematics1,718 (84.5%)315 (15.5%)
Architecture & Engineering721 (90.5%)76 (9.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science266 (61.4%)167 (38.6%)
Community & Social Service 3,148 (35.9%)5,619 (64.1%)
Education, Arts & Media567 (43.7%)731 (56.3%)
Legal Services & Support253 (49.8%)255 (50.2%)
Education Instruction & Library1,275 (26.9%)3,468 (73.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,053 (47.5%)1,165 (52.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2,603 (49.3%)2,677 (50.7%)
Health Technologists2,127 (54.8%)1,753 (45.2%)
Total (Category)15,721 (54.9%)12,928 (45.1%)
Total (Overall)43,213 (55.2%)35,084 (44.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Washington County are Food Preparation & Serving (3,817 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (3,255 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (3,184 | 4.1%), Personal Care & Service (2,252 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (806 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Washington County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Washington County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.2%), Security & Protection (81.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (76.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.4%), Personal Care & Service (78.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (62.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Washington County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support465 (14.6%)2,719 (85.4%)
Security & Protection653 (81.0%)153 (19.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention316 (76.1%)99 (23.9%)
Law Enforcement337 (86.2%)54 (13.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,422 (37.2%)2,395 (62.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2,002 (61.5%)1,253 (38.5%)
Personal Care & Service490 (21.8%)1,762 (78.2%)
Total (Category)5,032 (37.8%)8,282 (62.2%)
Total (Overall)43,213 (55.2%)35,084 (44.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Washington County are Office & Administration (10,164 | 13.0%), and Sales & Related (9,286 | 11.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Washington County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Washington County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related5,415 (58.3%)3,871 (41.7%)
Office & Administration2,751 (27.1%)7,413 (72.9%)
Total (Category)8,166 (42.0%)11,284 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)43,213 (55.2%)35,084 (44.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Washington County are Construction & Extraction (5,039 | 6.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,819 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (62 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Washington County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Washington County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction4,958 (98.4%)81 (1.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,755 (96.5%)64 (3.5%)
Total (Category)6,775 (97.9%)145 (2.1%)
Total (Overall)43,213 (55.2%)35,084 (44.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Washington County are Material Moving (3,563 | 4.5%), Production (3,475 | 4.4%), and Transportation (2,926 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Washington County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Washington County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,277 (65.5%)1,198 (34.5%)
Transportation2,290 (78.3%)636 (21.7%)
Material Moving2,952 (82.9%)611 (17.2%)
Total (Category)7,519 (75.5%)2,445 (24.5%)
Total (Overall)43,213 (55.2%)35,084 (44.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Washington County

Employment Industries in Washington County

The major employment industries in Washington County include Health Care & Social Assistance (12,144 | 15.5%), Retail Trade (9,795 | 12.5%), Construction (8,361 | 10.7%), Educational Services (7,205 | 9.2%), and Manufacturing (6,031 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Washington County

Employment Industries by Sex in Washington County

The Washington County industries that see more men than women are Construction (94.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (93.3%), and Utilities (88.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (67.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (67.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (65.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Washington County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting264 (64.7%)144 (35.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction194 (93.3%)14 (6.7%)
Construction7,856 (94.0%)505 (6.0%)
Manufacturing4,329 (71.8%)1,702 (28.2%)
Wholesale Trade1,008 (71.9%)395 (28.1%)
Retail Trade5,939 (60.6%)3,856 (39.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,757 (68.9%)1,244 (31.1%)
Utilities404 (88.0%)55 (12.0%)
Information517 (57.6%)381 (42.4%)
Finance & Insurance1,400 (47.1%)1,569 (52.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing993 (48.7%)1,045 (51.3%)
Professional & Scientific2,737 (55.8%)2,166 (44.2%)
Enterprise Management46 (74.2%)16 (25.8%)
Administrative & Support2,067 (61.4%)1,299 (38.6%)
Educational Services2,327 (32.3%)4,878 (67.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3,995 (32.9%)8,149 (67.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1,390 (58.8%)974 (41.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,981 (34.9%)3,694 (65.1%)
Public Administration1,509 (60.3%)995 (39.7%)
Total43,213 (55.2%)35,084 (44.8%)

Education in Washington County

School Enrollment in Washington County

The most common levels of schooling among the 47,361 students in Washington County are high school (11,688 | 24.7%), middle school (11,023 | 23.3%), and elementary school (8,983 | 19.0%).
School Enrollment in Washington County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2,3995.1%
Kindergarten3,0106.4%
Elementary School8,98319.0%
Middle School11,02323.3%
High School11,68824.7%
College / Undergraduate8,53918.0%
Graduate / Professional1,7193.6%
Total47,361100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Washington County

Out of a total of 47,361 students who are enrolled in schools in Washington County, 5,162 (10.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 42,199 (89.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 651 (38.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 12,730 (95.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Washington County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,048 (61.7%)651 (38.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old10,830 (90.7%)1,110 (9.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds12,730 (95.1%)654 (4.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds7,503 (93.7%)502 (6.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3,263 (92.0%)284 (8.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3,086 (81.9%)680 (18.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1,907 (76.6%)581 (23.4%)
35 Years and over1,837 (72.6%)695 (27.5%)
Total42,199 (89.1%)5,162 (10.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Washington County

Business (8,779 | 20.5%), education (7,141 | 16.7%), science & technology (4,436 | 10.4%), social sciences (3,073 | 7.2%), and arts & humanities (2,971 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 42,774 individuals in Washington County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Washington County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,9364.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2,4205.7%
Physical & Health Sciences1,0152.4%
Psychology2,1225.0%
Social Sciences3,0737.2%
Engineering1,9224.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies5761.3%
Science & Technology4,43610.4%
Business8,77920.5%
Education7,14116.7%
Literature & Languages2,1064.9%
Liberal Arts & History1,3233.1%
Visual & Performing Arts1,5293.6%
Communications1,4253.3%
Arts & Humanities2,9717.0%
Total42,774100.0%

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 (16,324, accounting for 38.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (12,864, making up 47.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Washington County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle493 (1.2%)334 (1.0%)
1 Vehicle4,551 (10.7%)5,351 (15.5%)
2 Vehicles16,324 (38.3%)12,864 (37.2%)
3 Vehicles11,354 (26.7%)8,788 (25.4%)
4 Vehicles6,049 (14.2%)4,438 (12.8%)
5 or more Vehicles3,807 (8.9%)2,783 (8.1%)
Total42,578 (100.0%)34,558 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Washington County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Washington County are 10 to 14 minutes (15,165 commuters, 22.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (14,210 commuters, 21.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (10,838 commuters, 16.2%).
Commute Time in Washington County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3,0284.5%
5 to 9 Minutes10,83816.2%
10 to 14 Minutes15,16522.6%
15 to 19 Minutes14,21021.2%
20 to 24 Minutes8,59412.8%
25 to 29 Minutes3,7285.6%
30 to 34 Minutes5,6538.4%
35 to 39 Minutes1,0991.6%
40 to 44 Minutes9521.4%
45 to 59 Minutes1,7852.7%
60 to 89 Minutes1,0081.5%
90 or more Minutes9821.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Washington County

The most common commute times in Washington County are 15 to 19 minutes (8,473 commuters, 22.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (7,310 commuters, 24.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Washington County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,312 (3.5%)1,716 (5.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes5,821 (15.5%)5,017 (17.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes7,855 (20.9%)7,310 (24.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes8,473 (22.5%)5,737 (19.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes4,752 (12.6%)3,842 (13.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,937 (5.1%)1,791 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes4,004 (10.6%)1,649 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes662 (1.8%)437 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes525 (1.4%)427 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes948 (2.5%)837 (2.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes696 (1.8%)312 (1.1%)
90 or more Minutes662 (1.8%)320 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Washington County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Washington County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (5,431, 14.4%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (4,500, 15.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Washington County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,821 (4.8%)1,497 (5.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM993 (2.6%)576 (2.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,979 (5.3%)1,316 (4.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3,633 (9.7%)1,073 (3.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4,188 (11.1%)1,504 (5.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM5,431 (14.4%)3,096 (10.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4,871 (12.9%)3,425 (11.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4,662 (12.4%)4,500 (15.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2,101 (5.6%)3,042 (10.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,531 (6.7%)3,192 (10.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM840 (2.2%)1,608 (5.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM599 (1.6%)581 (2.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,975 (5.2%)1,838 (6.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,023 (5.4%)2,147 (7.3%)
Total37,647 (100.0%)29,395 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Washington County

Occupancy by Ownership in Washington County

Of the total 64,151 dwellings in Washington County, owner-occupied units account for 46,477 (72.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 17,674 (27.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Washington County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units46,47772.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units17,67427.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units64,151100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Washington County

Occupancy by Household Size in Washington County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household13,19620.6%
2-Person Household26,00740.5%
3-Person Household7,47511.7%
4+ Person Household17,47327.2%
Total Housing Units64,151100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Washington County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Washington County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household8,782 (66.5%)4,414 (33.5%)
2-Person Household20,837 (80.1%)5,170 (19.9%)
3-Person Household4,779 (63.9%)2,696 (36.1%)
4+ Person Household12,079 (69.1%)5,394 (30.9%)
Total Housing Units46,477 (72.5%)17,674 (27.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Washington County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Washington County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,625 (62.5%)973 (37.4%)
High School Diploma7,298 (62.8%)4,326 (37.2%)
College/Associate Degree19,032 (68.8%)8,623 (31.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher18,522 (83.2%)3,752 (16.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Washington County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Washington County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years10,88517.0%
35 to 44 Years10,72916.7%
45 to 54 Years8,77713.7%
55 to 64 Years10,06315.7%
65 to 74 Years12,63719.7%
75 to 84 Years7,82212.2%
85 Years and Over3,2385.1%
Total64,151100.0%

Housing Finances in Washington County

Median Income by Occupancy in Washington County

Median Income by Occupancy in Washington County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied46,477 (72.5%)$87,020
Renter-Occupied17,674 (27.6%)$51,445
Average64,151 (100.0%)$71,976

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Washington County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Washington County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000695 (1.5%)609 (3.5%)
$5,000 to $9,999336 (0.7%)355 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999829 (1.8%)960 (5.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999983 (2.1%)430 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,169 (2.5%)882 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9993,607 (7.8%)2,377 (13.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,644 (10.0%)2,872 (16.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9998,066 (17.3%)3,964 (22.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,344 (13.7%)1,718 (9.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99910,361 (22.3%)2,659 (15.0%)
$150,000 or more9,443 (20.3%)848 (4.8%)
Total46,477 (100.0%)17,674 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Washington County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Washington County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,318 (5.0%)297 (1.7%)
$300 to $4998,163 (17.6%)452 (2.6%)
$500 to $7996,587 (14.2%)1,082 (6.1%)
$800 to $9992,896 (6.2%)2,192 (12.4%)
$1,000 to $1,4997,583 (16.3%)6,718 (38.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9998,727 (18.8%)4,010 (22.7%)
$2,000 to $2,4995,056 (10.9%)1,114 (6.3%)
$2,500 to $2,9992,342 (5.0%)553 (3.1%)
$3,000 or more2,805 (6.0%)363 (2.1%)
Total46,477 (100.0%)17,674 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Washington County

Housing Structures in Washington County

Housing Structures in Washington County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached48,92676.3%
Single Unit, Attached4,4597.0%
2 Unit Apartments9331.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,8132.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,7282.7%
10 or more Apartments3,2725.1%
Mobile Home / Other3,0204.7%
Total64,151100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Washington County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Washington County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached41,594 (85.0%)7,332 (15.0%)
Single Unit, Attached2,446 (54.9%)2,013 (45.1%)
2 Unit Apartments186 (19.9%)747 (80.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments189 (10.4%)1,624 (89.6%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments84 (4.9%)1,644 (95.1%)
10 or more Apartments139 (4.3%)3,133 (95.8%)
Mobile Home / Other1,839 (60.9%)1,181 (39.1%)
Total46,477 (72.5%)17,674 (27.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Washington County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Washington County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room110 (0.2%)476 (2.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms1,201 (2.6%)3,345 (18.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms13,878 (29.9%)9,083 (51.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms15,100 (32.5%)2,972 (16.8%)
8 or more Rooms16,188 (34.8%)1,798 (10.2%)
Total46,477 (100.0%)17,674 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Washington County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Washington County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas28,105 (60.5%)6,252 (35.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas847 (1.8%)353 (2.0%)
Electricity16,475 (35.4%)10,679 (60.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene24 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)28 (0.2%)
All other Fuels922 (2.0%)138 (0.8%)
No Fuel Used104 (0.2%)224 (1.3%)
Total46,477 (100.0%)17,674 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Washington County

Household Vehicle Usage in Washington County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle704 (1.5%)1,214 (6.9%)
1 Vehicle10,522 (22.6%)6,303 (35.7%)
2 Vehicles19,687 (42.4%)6,835 (38.7%)
3 or more Vehicles15,564 (33.5%)3,322 (18.8%)
Total46,477 (100.0%)17,674 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Washington County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Washington County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units17,94128,536
Median Property Value$415,000$418,900
Median Household Income$66,012$6,559
Monthly Housing Costs$471$2,777
Real Estate Taxes$1,952$926

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Washington County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Washington County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000786 (4.4%)641 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999408 (2.3%)127 (0.4%)
$100,000 to $299,9993,870 (21.6%)6,062 (21.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9996,668 (37.2%)12,003 (42.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9993,162 (17.6%)6,462 (22.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9991,760 (9.8%)2,174 (7.6%)
$1,000,000 or more1,287 (7.2%)1,067 (3.7%)
Total17,941 (100.0%)28,536 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Washington County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Washington County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000504 (2.8%)359 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,738 (9.7%)527 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,004 (11.2%)1,243 (4.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,251 (12.6%)1,603 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,687 (20.5%)2,393 (8.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,132 (11.9%)4,379 (15.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,741 (15.3%)4,212 (14.8%)
$150,000 or more2,884 (16.1%)7,620 (26.7%)
Total17,941 (100.0%)28,536 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Washington County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Washington County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,977 (11.0%)99,438 (348.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,901 (10.6%)3,045 (10.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,276 (12.7%)5,278 (18.5%)
4.0x or more11,679 (65.1%)5,091 (17.8%)
Total17,941 (100.0%)28,536 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Washington County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Washington County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,407 (7.8%)210 (0.7%)
$800 to $1,4994,142 (23.1%)1,728 (6.1%)
$800 to $1,49911,896 (66.3%)7,318 (25.6%)
Total17,941 (100.0%)28,536 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Washington County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years11,988 (88.5%)1,562 (11.5%)
6 to 18 Years29,849 (85.2%)5,187 (14.8%)
19 to 25 Years12,648 (79.9%)3,189 (20.1%)
26 to 34 Years15,206 (80.9%)3,594 (19.1%)
35 to 44 Years17,997 (84.1%)3,397 (15.9%)
45 to 54 Years14,448 (81.0%)3,381 (19.0%)
55 to 64 Years17,863 (91.2%)1,727 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years22,049 (99.4%)136 (0.6%)
75 Years and older17,531 (100.0%)6 (0.0%)
Total159,579 (87.8%)22,179 (12.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Washington County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Washington County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born11,988 (88.5%)1,562 (11.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen29,849 (85.2%)5,187 (14.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen12,648 (79.9%)3,189 (20.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Washington County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Washington County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00010,749 (86.3%)1,700 (13.7%)
$25,000 to $49,99925,135 (82.7%)5,247 (17.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99929,064 (92.5%)2,366 (7.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99920,556 (89.6%)2,381 (10.4%)
$100,000 and over73,359 (87.7%)10,311 (12.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washington County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 63,522 (26.0%)9,043 (66.7%)
6 to 18 Years6,872 (19.6%)24,061 (68.7%)
19 to 25 Years1,745 (11.0%)11,376 (71.8%)
25 to 34 Years2,242 (11.9%)13,642 (72.6%)
35 to 44 Years2,470 (11.6%)16,063 (75.1%)
45 to 54 Years1,768 (9.9%)13,161 (73.8%)
55 to 64 Years3,196 (16.3%)15,792 (80.6%)
65 to 74 Years21,052 (94.9%)13,885 (62.6%)
75 Years and over17,398 (99.2%)12,596 (71.8%)
Total60,265 (33.2%)129,619 (71.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Washington County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Washington County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years101 (1.8%)11 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years989 (5.6%)398 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,699 (8.8%)1,328 (7.1%)
35 to 64 Years3,545 (12.4%)3,239 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,519 (23.7%)1,933 (16.7%)
75 Years and over3,550 (41.7%)3,435 (38.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Washington County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Washington County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years82 (1.5%)11 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years81 (0.5%)104 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years241 (1.3%)110 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years698 (2.4%)432 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,645 (15.5%)642 (5.6%)
75 Years and over2,654 (31.1%)1,252 (13.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Washington County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years215 (1.2%)49 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years308 (1.6%)351 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years816 (2.9%)636 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years300 (2.8%)313 (2.7%)
75 Years and over542 (6.4%)469 (5.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Washington County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years637 (3.6%)232 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years987 (5.1%)604 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,241 (4.3%)1,329 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years408 (3.8%)351 (3.0%)
75 Years and over657 (7.7%)813 (9.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Washington County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years114 (0.6%)28 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years250 (1.3%)223 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years1,525 (5.3%)1,812 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years893 (8.4%)1,236 (10.7%)
75 Years and over1,753 (20.6%)2,298 (25.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Washington County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years89 (0.5%)73 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years302 (1.6%)166 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years532 (1.9%)710 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years111 (1.0%)192 (1.7%)
75 Years and over602 (7.1%)864 (9.6%)

Technology Access in Washington County

Computing Device Access in Washington County

Computing Device Access in Washington County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop55,85087.1%
Smartphone57,99590.4%
Tablet45,53071.0%
No Computing Device2,3633.7%
Total64,151100.0%

Internet Access in Washington County

Internet Access in Washington County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1380.2%
Broadband Home47,32773.8%
Cellular Data Only6,3549.9%
Satellite Internet7,79512.1%
No Internet5,5468.6%
Total64,151100.0%

Washington County Summary

Introduction

Washington County, Utah is located in the southwestern corner of the state and is the fifth-most populous county in Utah. It is bordered by Iron County to the north, Kane County to the east, and Arizona and Nevada to the south and west. The county seat is St. George, and the largest city is St. George. The county was named after George Washington, the first president of the United States.

History

The area that is now Washington County was first inhabited by the Southern Paiute and the Virgin Anasazi people. The first Europeans to explore the area were members of the Dominguez-Escalante Expedition in 1776. The area was later explored by John C. Fremont in 1844.
In 1854, the Utah Territorial Legislature created Washington County, which included the area that is now Iron County. The county was named after George Washington, the first president of the United States.
In 1862, the county seat was moved from Harmony to St. George. The city was named after George A. Smith, an apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

In 1877 the St George Temple was completed and in 1878 the St George Tabernacle was completed

In 1891, the St. George Electric Light and Power Company was established, and in 1895, the St. George Telephone Company was established.
In the early 1900s, the area experienced a population boom due to the construction of the St. George Dam and the opening of the Zion National Park.
In the 1950s, the area experienced another population boom due to the construction of the Glen Canyon Dam and the opening of the nearby Bryce Canyon National Park.

Geography

Washington County is located in the southwestern corner of Utah and is bordered by Iron County to the north, Kane County to the east, and Arizona and Nevada to the south and west. The county covers an area of 2,430 square miles and has a population of over 160,000 people.
The county is located in the Great Basin Desert and is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is 8.5 inches.
The county is home to several mountain ranges, including the Pine Valley Mountains, the Red Cliffs, and the Beaver Dam Mountains. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Virgin River, the Santa Clara River, and the East Fork of the Virgin River.

Economy

Washington County is home to a diverse economy. The county is home to several industries, including tourism, manufacturing, agriculture, and mining.
Tourism is a major industry in the county, and the county is home to several popular tourist attractions, including Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, and the St. George Temple.
Manufacturing is also a major industry in the county, and the county is home to several manufacturing companies, including Intermountain Electronics, Inc., and St. George Iron Works.
Agriculture is also an important industry in the county, and the county is home to several farms and ranches, including the Red Hills Ranch and the Santa Clara Ranch.
Mining is also an important industry in the county, and the county is home to several mines, including the Iron Mountain Mine and the Santa Clara Mine.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Washington County was 147,932, and the population density was 61.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 87.3% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 6.7% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $51,837. The per capita income for the county was $21,945.

Conclusion

Washington County, Utah is located in the southwestern corner of the state and is the fifth-most populous county in Utah. The county was named after George Washington, the first president of the United States. The county is home to a diverse economy, and the population of the county is 147,932. The county is home to several popular tourist attractions, including Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, and the St. George Temple. The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $51,837.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Washington County?
Total Population of Washington County is 183,297.
What is the Total Male Population of Washington County?
Total Male Population of Washington County is 91,287.
What is the Total Female Population of Washington County?
Total Female Population of Washington County is 92,010.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Washington County?
There are 99.21 Males per 100 Females in Washington County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Washington County?
There are 100.79 Females per 100 Males in Washington County.
What is the Median Population Age in Washington County?
Median Population Age in Washington County is 38.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Washington County
Average Family Size in Washington County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Washington County
Average Household Size in Washington County is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Washington County?
Per Capita income in Washington County is $36,047.
What is the Median Family Income in Washington County?
Median Family Income in Washington County is $89,507.
What is the Median Household income in Washington County?
Median Household Income in Washington County is $71,976.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Washington County?
Income or Wage Gap in Washington County is 38.0%.
Women in Washington County earn 62.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Washington County?
Family Income Deficit in Washington County is $9,952.
Families that are below poverty line in Washington County earn $9,952 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 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Washington County?
There are 80,822 People in the Labor Forcein in Washington County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Washington County?
56.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Washington County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Washington County?
Unemployment Rate in Washington County is 3.1%.