Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.5% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 64% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 82 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,309 (26%) |
| Some College | 1,157 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 2,003 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,589 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,564 (35.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,961 ▲ 21% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $263,813 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $967/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,155 |
| Vacant Units | 274 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Washington County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,653 residents. With a median age of 41.35, it is a middle-aged county.
Washington County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $91,960 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.8%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.1% is well below the national average.
Housing in Washington County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $263,813 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $966. Homeownership rates are high at 81.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Washington County are primarily White (93%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Washington County, NE is a middle-income area in Nebraska. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68002 | Arlington | 2,432 | $92,102 | $274,100 | $1,030 | 0.4% | 44.2% |
| 68008 | Blair | 12,906 | $86,905 | $254,900 | $933 | 2.4% | 52.7% |
| 68023 | Fort Calhoun | 2,711 | $118,281 | $347,700 | $1,019 | 0.4% | 36.5% |
| 68029 | Herman | 814 | $79,318 | $147,000 | — | 0.9% | 43.4% |
| 68034 | Kennard | 612 | $99,293 | $217,700 | $1,198 | 1.2% | 40.3% |
| 68068 | Washington | 178 | $88,333 | $184,700 | — | 1.7% | 40.3% |