State
County
Land Area (mi²)
7.7 sq mi
Density (mi²)
506.20/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
-0.84% (-33)
Growth Since 2010
-5.73% (-237)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
Washington, Georgia Population 2021
3,897
Washington is a city located in Wilkes County Georgia. It is also the county seat of Wilkes County. With a 2020 population of 3,897, it is the 170th largest city in Georgia and the 5492nd largest city in the United States . Washington is currently declining at a rate of -0.84% annually and its population has decreased by -5.73% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 4,134 in 2010. Washington reached it's highest population of in . Spanning over 8 miles, Washington has a population density of 506 people per square mile.
The average household income in Washington is $50,298 with a poverty rate of 26.24%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $794 per month, and the median house value is $83,300. The median age in Washington is 44 years, 39.1 years for males, and 48.9 years for females.
Washington Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Washingtonwas:
- Black or African American: 59.13%
- White: 39.06%
- Two or more races: 1.81%
- Native American: 0.00%
- Asian: 0.00%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%
- Other race: 0.00%
The current population of Washington, Georgia is 3,897 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 3,963.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 4,134.
Washington, Georgia Population 2021
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 2,348 | 59.13% |
| White | 1,551 | 39.06% |
| Two or More Races | 72 | 1.81% |
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Washington Population by Race
Washington Population Pyramid $2021
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Washington Population by Age
Washington Households and Families
| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 1,646 | 2.36 | 60.4 |
| Non Family | 742 | 1.08 | 61.7 |
| Married | 490 | 2.86 | 74.3 |
| Female | 306 | 4.2 | 41.2 |
| Male | 108 | 3.67 | 42.6 |
3.36
Average Family Size
2.36
Average Household Size
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Washington Households by Type
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 148 | 5.31% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 207 | 7.43% |
| High School Graduate | 1,336 | 47.94% |
| Some College | 600 | 21.53% |
| Associates Degree | 162 | 5.81% |
| Bachelors Degree | 191 | 6.85% |
| Graduate Degree | 143 | 5.13% |
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Washington Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
Washington Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 1,562 | 1,255 | 79 |
| White | 1,205 | 1,157 | 255 |
| 2+ Races | 13 | 13 | |
| Hispanic | 7 | 7 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among 2+ races people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among white people with a rate of 21.16%.
Washington Educational Attainment by Race
Washington Earnings by Educational Attainment
Washington Language by Age
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Washington Language
99.60% of Washington residents speak only English, while 0.40% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 0.40% of the population.
Washington Language
Washington Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 2,289 | 993 | 43.38% |
| White | 1,512 | 25 | 1.65% |
26.24%
Overall Poverty Rate
25.07%
Male Poverty Rate
27.20%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Washington
The race most likely to be in poverty in Washington is Black, with 43.38% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Washington is White, with 1.65% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 9.89%. Among those working part-time, it was 18.67%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 29.33%.
Washington Poverty
Washington Poverty Rate by Education
Washington Marital Status
Marriage Rates
32.7%
Overall Marriage Rate
35.8%
Male Marriage Rate
30.0%
Female Marriage Rate
Washington Married by Age and Sex
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Washington Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is Over 65, while the female age group most likely to be married is 45-54.
Washington Marital Status by Race
Washington Marital Status
Washington Veterans by War
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 136 | 10.58% |
| Black | 123 | 7.10% |
Washington Veterans by Race
Washington Veterans by Education
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6.95%
Veteran Poverty Rate
16.99%
Veteran Disability Rate
Washington Veterans by Education
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53.9%
Labor Force Participation
51.7%
Employment Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Washington Employment by Age
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Washington Employment by Race
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Washington Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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89.12%
Born in Washington
99.77%
Native Born
0.23%
Foreign Born
0.00%
Non Citizen
0.23%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
99.77% of Washington residents were born in the United States, with 89.12% having been born in Georgia. 0.00% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Europe.
Washington Place of Birth
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,897 | -33 | -0.84% |
| 2020 | 3,930 | -33 | -0.83% |
| 2019 | 3,963 | -33 | -0.83% |
| 2018 | 3,996 | 27 | 0.68% |
| 2017 | 3,969 | 27 | 0.68% |
| 2016 | 3,942 | -29 | -0.73% |
| 2015 | 3,971 | -21 | -0.53% |
| 2014 | 3,992 | 24 | 0.60% |
| 2013 | 3,968 | -28 | -0.70% |
| 2012 | 3,996 | -57 | -1.41% |
| 2011 | 4,053 | -72 | -1.75% |
| 2010 | 4,125 | -170 | -0.40% |
| 2000 | 4,295 | 16 | 0.04% |
| 1990 | 4,279 | -383 | -0.85% |
| 1980 | 4,662 | 568 | 1.31% |
| 1970 | 4,094 | -346 | -0.81% |
| 1960 | 4,440 | 638 | 1.56% |
| 1950 | 3,802 | 265 | 0.73% |
| 1940 | 3,537 | 379 | 1.14% |
| 1930 | 3,158 | -1,050 | -2.83% |
| 1920 | 4,208 | 1,143 | 3.22% |
| 1910 | 3,065 | -235 | -0.74% |
| 1900 | 3,300 | 669 | 2.29% |
| 1890 | 2,631 | 0.00% |