Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.95 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 40.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 227 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,000 (31.3%) |
| Some College | 3,962 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 4,012 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 2,998 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,548 (29.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,297 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $209,450 ▼ 25% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $848/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,350 |
| Vacant Units | 2,129 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Washington County is located in Virginia and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 42,248 residents. With a median age of 46.9, it is a mature county.
Washington County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,297 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.0% is near the national average.
Housing in Washington County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $209,450 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $848. Homeownership rates are high at 74.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Washington County are primarily White (94.54%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Washington County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24210 | Abingdon | 17,092 | $63,512 | $201,400 | $794 | 3.4% | 40.0% |
| 24211 | Abingdon | 10,341 | $84,559 | $280,600 | $985 | 2.8% | 50.8% |
| 24236 | Damascus | 3,023 | $33,846 | $139,300 | $728 | 0.3% | 26.2% |
| 24340 | Glade Spring | 6,173 | $64,050 | $174,500 | $785 | 5.2% | 35.3% |
| 24361 | Meadowview | 4,644 | $68,883 | $173,400 | $904 | 6.3% | 32.1% |