Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.48 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 843 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 25,447 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 11,764 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 13,901 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 8,206 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 31,206 (34.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,242 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $223,295 ▼ 20% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $940/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 66,570 |
| Vacant Units | 5,383 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Washington County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 145,139 residents. With a median age of 41.06, it is a middle-aged county.
Washington County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,242 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Washington County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $223,295 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $939. Homeownership rates are high at 64.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Washington County are primarily White (86.54%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Washington County, TN is a solidly middle-class area in Tennessee. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37656 | Fall Branch | 3,566 | $65,731 | $231,900 | $830 | 6.0% | 26.0% |
| 37601 | Johnson City | 38,622 | $49,658 | $187,000 | $892 | 8.3% | 43.1% |
| 37604 | Johnson City | 38,359 | $49,351 | $231,900 | $950 | 5.0% | 48.3% |
| 37615 | Johnson City | 22,013 | $75,556 | $261,200 | $966 | 3.7% | 51.1% |
| 37659 | Jonesborough | 29,247 | $69,765 | $241,700 | $1,034 | 3.7% | 38.6% |
| 37681 | Limestone | 6,031 | $60,685 | $169,800 | $749 | 0.9% | 25.1% |
| 37690 | Telford | 4,720 | $70,026 | $221,400 | $867 | 2.9% | 30.6% |