County

Washington County, TX

5 ZIP codes  ·  4 cities  ·  Texas

👥36,417Population
💰$74,514Median HH Income≈ Avg
🎂40.9Median Age
🏠$271,575Median Home Value≈ Avg
🎓41.2%College Grads≈ Avg
📊2.5%Unemployment▼ 49% below avg
People & Population (ACS 2023 — weighted avg)
♂ Male 49.4% Female 50.6% ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 61.4%Hispanic: 18.5%Black: 15%Asian: 1.8%Other: 3.6%Race
White61.4%
Hispanic18.5%
Black15.0%
Asian1.8%
Other3.6%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
16%
18–24
11%
25–44
21%
45–64
24%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age40.9 yrs
Avg HH Size2.22
Below Poverty11.8% ▲ 18% above avg
College Grads41.2% ≈ Avg
Unemployment2.5% ▼ 49% below avg
No HS Diploma498 (2.2%)
HS Graduate6,551 (28.5%)
Some College2,993 (13%)
Associates3,490 (15.2%)
Bachelors2,172 (9.5%)
Graduate Degree7,273 (31.7%)

Education

No HS: 2.2%HS Grad: 28.5%Some College: 13%Associates: 15.2%Bachelors: 9.5%Graduate: 31.7%Edu
No HS2.2%
HS Grad28.5%
Some College13.0%
Associates15.2%
Bachelors9.5%
Graduate31.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 73.1%Renter: 26.9%Tenure
Owner73.1%
Renter26.9%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
6%
$50k–$100k
6%
$100k–$150k
10%
$150k–$200k
11%
$200k–$300k
26%
$300k–$500k
21%
Over $500k
20%

Financials

Median HH Income$74,514 ≈ Avg
Median Home Value$271,575 ≈ Avg
Home/Income Ratio3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,103/mo
Total Housing Units17,478
Vacant Units2,156

Income Distribution

Under $25k
18%
$25k–$50k
14%
$50k–$75k
16%
$75k–$100k
17%
$100k–$150k
16%
$150k–$200k
8%
Over $200k
9%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
87%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
9%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
47%
15–30 min
32%
30–45 min
7%
Over 45 min
14%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
7%
1960s–1970s
14%
1980s–1990s
16%
2000+
62%
About Washington County, TX

Washington County is located in Texas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 36,417 residents. With a median age of 40.91, it is a middle-aged county.

Washington County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $74,514 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.8% is above the national average.

Housing in Washington County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $271,575 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,102. Homeownership rates are high at 73.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.

The residents of Washington County are majority White (61.42%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.

Washington County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 5 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
77833 Brenham 28,234 $67,887 $261,900 $1,077 2.0% 42.1%
77835 Burton 3,036 $118,814 $290,300 — 7.7% 35.7%
77426 Chappell Hill 2,193 $78,229 $368,700 — 4.7% 40.1%
77880 Washington 2,954 $89,572 $272,700 $1,350 0.7% 39.0%

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