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Washington County, Texas
Washington County, Texas. Washington County had 38,288 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 7.0% since 2020, slower than Texas (+8.8%). It holds 2 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs) and 9 census tracts. GEOID 48477.
Washington County is the county of the Brenham, TX micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
38,288
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 35,805 · ACS 2020-2024: 36,647
Median household income
$77,825
±$5,635 (90% margin)
Texas: $78,476
Median home value
$288,100
±$13,436 (90% margin)
Texas: $283,800
Median gross rent
$1,165
±$61 (90% margin)
Texas: $1,403
How many people live in Washington County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 35,805 residents in Washington County. The Census Bureau estimates 38,288 for July 1, 2025, up 7.0% since 2020, slower than Texas (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 36,647 over 604 square miles of land.
| Measure | Washington County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 36,647 | 30,188,424 | +1,484 |
| Households | 15,481±360 | 10,992,816 | +2,856 |
| Average household size | 2.21±0.05 | 2.69 | −0.39 |
| Housing units | 17,642±46 | 12,128,515 | +1,436 |
Washington County's population since 2000
From 30,373 in 2000 to 38,288 in 2025: up 26.1%. 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 2 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Brenham with 19,957 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Brenham | 17,369 | $65,112 |
|---|---|---|
| BurtonGEOID 4811536 | 297 | $76,250 |
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 40.9 years old; 21.2% are under 18 and 23.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 61.4%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 18.5%. 7.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Washington County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.9±1.6 | 35.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.2%±0.2 pts | 25.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.1%±0.3 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 18.5% | 39.7% | +2.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 61.4%±0.6 pts | 39.1% | −2.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 14.2%±0.9 pts | 11.9% | −2.2 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.4%±0.2 pts | 5.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.9%±1.2 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 7.2%±1.5 pts | 17.6% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 12.7%±1.7 pts | 35.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.8%±1.2 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 14.5%±1.7 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 14.5%±2.6 pts | 17.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.2%±1.4 pts | 86.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 30.7%±2.6 pts | 33.8% | +3.9 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.6%±1.8 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.3%±1.1 pts | 2.0% | – |
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 15,481 households earn less than $77,825 a year (±$5,635), against $78,476 in Texas. In 2015-2019 the median was $67,652 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $10,173 after inflation. 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Washington County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $77,825±$5,635 | $78,476 | +$10,173 |
| Mean household income | $105,165±$8,321 | $109,933 | – |
| Per capita income | $43,255±$3,344 | $40,752 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 13.4%±2.0 pts | 13.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.3%±4.6 pts | 18.7% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.7%±2.2 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.0%±2.6 pts | 91.4% | – |
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 69.8% of Washington County's occupied homes and renters 30.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $288,100 by its owner (±$13,436). The median renter pays $1,165 a month including utilities, and 27.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Washington County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $288,100±$13,436 | $283,800 | +$67,683 |
| Median gross rent | $1,165±$61 | $1,403 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 27.1%±7.7 pts | 42.3% | −21.4 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,862±$88 | $2,106 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 69.8%±2.7 pts | 62.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 17,642±46 | 12,128,515 | +1,436 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.2%±3.6 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 72.9%±3.0 pts | 64.4% | – |
| Mobile homes | 9.9%±2.2 pts | 6.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 3.2%±1.0 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 6.7%±1.5 pts | 3.1% | – |
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 197 new housing units across Washington County in 2025 (194 single-family), 5.1 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?
76.2% of Washington County's workers drive alone and 8.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.0%.
| Measure | Washington County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 58.6%±1.7 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0%±1.3 pts | 5.3% | −2.6 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 76.2%±3.3 pts | 71.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.9%±2.4 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.3 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 3.3%±1.7 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.3%±2.2 pts | 14.4% | +4.0 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.1 min±1.7 | 26.7 min | +2.3 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 9 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $58,918 (Tract 1704) to $108,657 (Tract 1705.01).
| Tract 170148477170100 | 4,418±702 | $65,869 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 1702.0148477170201 | 3,900±501 | $71,471 |
| Tract 1702.0248477170202 | 2,701±325 | $104,861 |
| Tract 170348477170300 | 6,997±828 | $72,978 |
| Tract 170448477170400 | 5,844±561 | $58,918 |
| Tract 1705.0148477170501 | 3,536±698 | $108,657 |
| Tract 1705.0248477170502 | 3,502±629 | $95,282 |
| Tract 1706.0148477170601 | 2,826±437 | $90,938 |
| Tract 1706.0248477170602 | 2,923±510 | $86,696 |
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 Texas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 86th of 253 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 66th of 254 |
| Residents per square mile | 68th of 254 |
| Median household income | 43rd of 253 |
| Median home value | 36th of 247 |
| Median gross rent | 47th of 245 |
| Poverty rate | 141st of 240 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 36th of 252 |
| Median age | 99th of 254 |
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.