County · Maryland
Washington County, Maryland
Washington County, Maryland. Washington County had 157,731 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 2.0% since 2020, faster than Maryland (+1.4%). It holds 61 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs and 52 census-designated) and 36 census tracts. GEOID 24043.
Washington County is one of the 3 counties of the Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
157,731
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 154,705 · ACS 2020-2024: 155,709
Median household income
$77,747
±$1,758 (90% margin)
Maryland: $103,678
Median home value
$296,100
±$6,187 (90% margin)
Maryland: $419,900
Median gross rent
$1,147
±$27 (90% margin)
Maryland: $1,705
How many people live in Washington County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 154,705 residents in Washington County. The Census Bureau estimates 157,731 for July 1, 2025, up 2.0% since 2020, faster than Maryland (+1.4%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 155,709 over 458 square miles of land.
| Measure | Washington County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 155,709 | 6,206,011 | +5,600 |
| Households | 59,818±617 | 2,362,928 | +3,783 |
| Average household size | 2.48±0.02 | 2.57 | −0.04 |
| Housing units | 64,145±181 | 2,560,784 | +2,639 |
Washington County's population since 2000
From 131,923 in 2000 to 157,731 in 2025: up 19.6%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Washington County?
Washington County holds 61 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 52 census-designated places. The largest is Hagerstown with 44,228 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Hagerstown | 43,527 | $52,221 |
|---|---|---|
| Halfway | 11,896 | $71,036 |
| Robinwood | 7,397 | $90,840 |
| Fountainhead-Orchard Hills | 6,189 | $103,340 |
| St. James | 4,757 | $97,361 |
| Boonsboro | 3,799 | $95,956 |
| Maugansville | 3,669 | $79,019 |
| Smithsburg | 2,977 | $100,673 |
| Paramount-Long Meadow | 2,658 | $122,262 |
| Wilson-ConococheagueGEOID 2485395 | 2,262 | $64,296 |
| Williamsport | 2,083 | $61,607 |
| Hancock | 1,557 | $34,886 |
| CavetownGEOID 2414225 | 1,446 | $108,677 |
| Keedysville | 1,213 | $149,545 |
| Highfield-Cascade | 1,082 | $62,368 |
| Funkstown | 852 | $61,392 |
| Mount AetnaGEOID 2453750 | 580 | $145,662 |
| LeitersburgGEOID 2446400 | 569 | not published |
| Sharpsburg | 560 | $71,500 |
| Mount LenaGEOID 2454125 | 547 | $56,250 |
| FairplayGEOID 2427425 | 537 | $120,652 |
| Beaver CreekGEOID 2405250 | 461 | $168,750 |
| PinesburgGEOID 2461700 | 444 | not published |
| TilghmantonGEOID 2477925 | 423 | $106,875 |
| Clear SpringGEOID 2417600 | 372 | $47,375 |
| San MarGEOID 2470300 | 366 | not published |
| DownsvilleGEOID 2423500 | 341 | $220,063 |
| BagtownGEOID 2403514 | 321 | $158,500 |
| ChewsvilleGEOID 2416800 | 261 | $87,115 |
| BreathedsvilleGEOID 2409400 | 255 | not published |
| MaplevilleGEOID 2450375 | 243 | not published |
| GreensburgGEOID 2435225 | 236 | $120,250 |
| Garretts MillGEOID 2431575 | 228 | not published |
| EdgemontGEOID 2425000 | 218 | $62,462 |
| CearfossGEOID 2414300 | 176 | not published |
| RohrersvilleGEOID 2467950 | 175 | not published |
| Mount BriarGEOID 2453925 | 170 | $237,404 |
| Sandy HookGEOID 2470175 | 168 | $61,655 |
| JugtownGEOID 2442950 | 168 | not published |
| RinggoldGEOID 2466150 | 166 | $85,909 |
| CharltonGEOID 2415500 | 166 | not published |
| PecktonvilleGEOID 2460770 | 164 | not published |
| DarganGEOID 2421750 | 163 | not published |
| Trego-Rohrersville StationGEOID 2478705 | 160 | $150,848 |
| PondsvilleGEOID 2462775 | 139 | not published |
| Kemps MillGEOID 2443280 | 117 | not published |
| YarrowsburgGEOID 2487150 | 112 | not published |
| GaplandGEOID 2431400 | 109 | not published |
| BrownsvilleGEOID 2410800 | 102 | not published |
| AntietamGEOID 2401750 | 98 | not published |
| MercersvilleGEOID 2451945 | 91 | $53,611 |
| Big SpringGEOID 2407400 | 85 | not published |
| Big PoolGEOID 2407375 | 78 | not published |
| FairviewGEOID 2427500 | 76 | not published |
| MiddleburgGEOID 2452225 | 73 | not published |
| Indian SpringsGEOID 2441700 | 68 | not published |
| ReidGEOID 2465550 | 64 | $145,313 |
| ErnstvilleGEOID 2426550 | 58 | not published |
| BakersvilleGEOID 2403575 | 30 | not published |
| Eakles MillGEOID 2424250 | 26 | not published |
| Fort RitchieGEOID 2429450 | 12 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Washington County?
The median resident of Washington County is 40.7 years old; 21.8% are under 18 and 18.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 73.3%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 11.5%. 6.6% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Washington County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.7±0.4 | 39.4 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.8% | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.1%±0.1 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.9% | 12.5% | +2.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 73.3%±0.2 pts | 46.6% | −5.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 11.5%±0.4 pts | 28.9% | +1.1 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.6%±0.2 pts | 6.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.3%±0.5 pts | 4.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 6.6%±0.8 pts | 16.6% | +1.4 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 9.4%±0.8 pts | 21.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.1%±0.5 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 15.3%±0.7 pts | 11.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.3%±0.7 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.6%±0.8 pts | 91.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 24.1%±1.1 pts | 43.4% | +2.2 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.9%±0.8 pts | 20.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.4%±0.5 pts | 2.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Washington County earn?
Half of Washington County's 59,818 households earn less than $77,747 a year (±$1,758), against $103,678 in Maryland. In 2015-2019 the median was $74,900 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $2,847 after inflation. 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Washington County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $77,747±$1,758 | $103,678 | +$2,847 |
| Mean household income | $99,335±$3,292 | $136,642 | – |
| Per capita income | $39,035±$1,253 | $52,979 | +$1,543 |
| People below the poverty line | 12.4%±1.1 pts | 9.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 16.9%±2.3 pts | 11.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.3%±1.2 pts | 11.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 88.5%±1.1 pts | 92.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Washington County?
Owners occupy 66.8% of Washington County's occupied homes and renters 33.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $296,100 by its owner (±$6,187). The median renter pays $1,147 a month including utilities, and 38.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Washington County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $296,100±$6,187 | $419,900 | +$37,285 |
| Median gross rent | $1,147±$27 | $1,705 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 38.1%±3.1 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,715±$43 | $2,347 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 66.8%±1.4 pts | 67.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 64,145±181 | 2,560,784 | +2,639 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.9%±1.2 pts | 4.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 62.9%±1.5 pts | 51.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.3%±0.5 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.9%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 19.2%±1.2 pts | 10.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Washington County building?
Builders took permits for 354 new housing units across Washington County in 2025 (182 single-family), 2.2 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Washington County get to work?
74.3% of Washington County's workers drive alone and 12.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.2%.
| Measure | Washington County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 59.6%±1.0 pts | 67.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.2%±0.7 pts | 4.9% | −1.3 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 74.3%±1.8 pts | 64.7% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.1%±1.3 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Walked | 1.5%±0.4 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.4%±1.3 pts | 19.3% | +7.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.8 min±1.0 | 31.1 min | −1.3 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Washington County's census tracts?
Washington County is divided into 36 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $27,316 (Tract 4) to $145,050 (Tract 113.02).
All 36 census tracts of Washington County, with their figures
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Washington County compare with Maryland's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 11th of 24 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 13th of 24 |
| Residents per square mile | 12th of 24 |
| Median household income | 17th of 24 |
| Median home value | 17th of 24 |
| Median gross rent | 19th of 24 |
| Poverty rate | 6th of 24 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20th of 24 |
| Median age | 10th of 24 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Washington County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.