County

Washington County, LA

6 ZIP codes  ·  5 cities  ·  Louisiana

👥46,164Population
💰$44,033Median HH Income▼ 42% below avg
🎂40.9Median Age
🏠$139,233Median Home Value▼ 50% below avg
🎓21.0%College Grads▼ 46% below avg
📊10.9%Unemployment▲ 123% above avg
People & Population (ACS 2023 — weighted avg)
♂ Male 50.0% Female 50.0% ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 64.1%Hispanic: 3.3%Black: 29.1%Asian: 0.1%Other: 3%Race
White64.1%
Hispanic3.3%
Black29.1%
Asian0.1%
Other3.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
17%
18–24
8%
25–44
25%
45–64
26%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age40.9 yrs
Avg HH Size2.45
Below Poverty22.8% ▲ 128% above avg
College Grads21.0% ▼ 46% below avg
Unemployment10.9% ▲ 123% above avg
No HS Diploma450 (1.6%)
HS Graduate12,120 (43.2%)
Some College5,020 (17.9%)
Associates4,571 (16.3%)
Bachelors1,834 (6.5%)
Graduate Degree4,043 (14.4%)

Education

No HS: 1.6%HS Grad: 43.2%Some College: 17.9%Associates: 16.3%Bachelors: 6.5%Graduate: 14.4%Edu
No HS1.6%
HS Grad43.2%
Some College17.9%
Associates16.3%
Bachelors6.5%
Graduate14.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 69.9%Renter: 30.1%Tenure
Owner69.9%
Renter30.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
20%
$50k–$100k
18%
$100k–$150k
15%
$150k–$200k
13%
$200k–$300k
20%
$300k–$500k
10%
Over $500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$44,033 ▼ 42% below avg
Median Home Value$139,233 ▼ 50% below avg
Home/Income Ratio3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$817/mo
Total Housing Units21,988
Vacant Units3,879

Income Distribution

Under $25k
31%
$25k–$50k
20%
$50k–$75k
17%
$75k–$100k
11%
$100k–$150k
11%
$150k–$200k
6%
Over $200k
4%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
93%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
33%
15–30 min
26%
30–45 min
14%
Over 45 min
28%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
16%
1980s–1990s
15%
2000+
58%
About Washington County, LA

Washington County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 46,164 residents. With a median age of 40.91, it is a middle-aged county.

Washington County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $44,032 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.9%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 22.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.

Housing in Washington County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $139,233 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $816. Homeownership rates are high at 69.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.

The residents of Washington County are majority White (64.09%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 21.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.

Washington County, LA is a working-class area in Louisiana. 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 Codes in Washington County
ZIPCityPopulationMedian IncomeMedian HomeMedian RentUnemp.College
70426 Angie 5,880 $24,915 $124,500 $621 14.3% 13.1%
70427 Bogalusa 17,564 $43,838 $124,000 $777 14.1% 21.9%
70438 Franklinton 19,935 $50,667 $157,000 $921 8.0% 23.0%
70450 Mount Hermon 2,785 $38,133 — $737 5.2% 17.7%

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