Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.7% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,340 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 41,061 (28.4%) |
| Some College | 16,548 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 19,927 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 10,960 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 52,880 (36.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,445 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $275,325 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,033/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 108,083 |
| Vacant Units | 8,310 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Washington County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 23 ZIP codes spanning 17 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 265,256 residents. With a median age of 32.44, it is a relatively young county.
Washington County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,444 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Washington County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $275,325 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,033.
The residents of Washington County are majority White (62.15%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Washington County, AR is a solidly middle-class area in Arkansas. The 23 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72717 | Canehill | 1,042 | $61,538 | $165,600 | $847 | 0.4% | 49.8% |
| 72727 | Elkins | 6,459 | $71,705 | $191,900 | $1,063 | 1.2% | 27.0% |
| 72730 | Farmington | 11,068 | $88,780 | $244,900 | $1,225 | 1.2% | 38.9% |
| 72701 | Fayetteville | 48,964 | $50,413 | $323,900 | $973 | 6.5% | 48.9% |
| 72703 | Fayetteville | 35,964 | $60,232 | $341,700 | $958 | 4.3% | 56.5% |
| 72704 | Fayetteville | 29,475 | $88,991 | $301,600 | $1,163 | 2.1% | 61.2% |
| 72744 | Lincoln | 5,314 | $63,077 | $168,100 | $1,093 | 3.3% | 20.2% |
| 72753 | Prairie Grove | 10,425 | $64,701 | $227,900 | $911 | 2.8% | 34.4% |
| 72762 | Springdale | 47,402 | $80,678 | $278,600 | $1,118 | 3.2% | 42.5% |
| 72764 | Springdale | 57,468 | $61,569 | $226,100 | $984 | 6.3% | 31.3% |
| 72769 | Summers | 910 | $57,017 | $209,200 | $836 | 2.1% | 28.5% |
| 72774 | West Fork | 7,298 | $70,350 | $205,600 | $1,118 | 3.5% | 37.9% |
| 72959 | Winslow | 2,957 | $50,961 | $189,300 | $728 | 2.6% | 29.9% |