Washington County's 2026 population is estimated at 54,238, reflecting a 0.13% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Washington County is the 35th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 54,966 and has grown -1.32% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.9 years
Female: 49.2 years
Male: 45.6 years
There are 44,515 adults, (13,343 of whom are seniors) in Washington County.
Female: 26,973 (50%)
Male: 26,953 (50%)
The racial composition of Washington County includes 94.5% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 50,961 | 94.5% |
| Two or more races | 1,368 | 2.54% |
| Black or African American | 981 | 1.82% |
| Other race | 299 | 0.55% |
| Asian | 272 | 0.5% |
| Native American | 42 | 0.08% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 3 | 0.01% |
Washington County 's average per capita income is $44,508. Household income levels show a median of $64,552. The poverty rate stands at 11.07%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,303 | - |
| Families | $82,245 | $113,226 |
| Households | $64,552 | $91,626 |
| Non Families | $32,788 | $48,788 |
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