Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 184 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,966 (42%) |
| Some College | 2,048 (17.3%) |
| Associates | 1,393 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 895 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,332 (19.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,844 ▼ 39% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,921 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $827/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,472 |
| Vacant Units | 1,388 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Washington County is located in Georgia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,497 residents. With a median age of 40.79, it is a middle-aged county.
Washington County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,844 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.1%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Washington County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $119,921 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $827. Homeownership rates are high at 67.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Washington County are majority Black (50.91%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Washington County, GA is a working-class area in Georgia. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31018 | Davisboro | 2,669 | $47,606 | — | $763 | 4.4% | 11.9% |
| 31035 | Harrison | 1,150 | $39,471 | $80,600 | $856 | 2.4% | 25.2% |
| 31067 | Oconee | 232 | $66,667 | — | — | 13.6% | 16.3% |
| 31082 | Sandersville | 10,479 | $51,932 | $127,500 | $831 | 5.7% | 32.5% |
| 31089 | Tennille | 4,084 | $37,089 | $99,100 | $852 | 2.5% | 24.9% |
| 31094 | Warthen | 883 | $33,672 | $177,500 | — | 13.0% | 32.2% |