County · Virginia
Washington County, Virginia
Washington County, Virginia. Washington County had 53,898 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.1% since 2020, while Virginia grew 2.9%. It holds 7 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 15 census tracts. GEOID 51191.
Washington County is one of the 5 counties of the Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
53,898
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 53,935 · ACS 2020-2024: 53,926
Median household income
$64,552
±$3,311 (90% margin)
Virginia: $93,170
Median home value
$214,000
±$9,903 (90% margin)
Virginia: $383,700
Median gross rent
$854
±$29 (90% margin)
Virginia: $1,579
How many people live in Washington County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 53,935 residents in Washington County. The Census Bureau estimates 53,898 for July 1, 2025, down 0.1% since 2020, while Virginia grew 2.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 53,926 over 561 square miles of land.
| Measure | Washington County | Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 53,926 | 8,705,170 | −145 |
| Households | 22,112±378 | 3,365,732 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.38±0.04 | 2.52 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 25,570±70 | 3,684,756 | −391 |
Washington County's population since 2000
From 51,103 in 2000 to 53,898 in 2025: up 5.5%. 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 7 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Abingdon with 8,284 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Abingdon | 8,376 | $54,544 |
|---|---|---|
| Glade Spring | 1,367 | $81,298 |
| Emory | 1,237 | $111,667 |
| Meadowview | 861 | $74,318 |
| Damascus | 788 | $29,006 |
| Saltville | 1,824 | $48,658 |
| MendotaGEOID 5151096 | 135 | $46,012 |
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 46.9 years old; 17.5% are under 18 and 24.7% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 94.1%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 1.9%. 1.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Washington County | Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 46.9±0.3 | 39.0 | +0.6 |
| Under 18 years | 17.5%±0.1 pts | 21.7% | – |
| 65 years and over | 24.7%±0.1 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% | 11.0% | +0.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 94.1%±0.5 pts | 58.4% | −1.2 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.8%±0.2 pts | 18.3% | +0.5 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.1 pts | 6.9% | 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 | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 1.6%±0.5 pts | 4.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.2%±0.6 pts | 17.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.4%±1.0 pts | 9.4% | – |
| With a disability | 21.6%±1.6 pts | 12.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.7%±1.0 pts | 6.9% | −2.6 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.4%±1.1 pts | 91.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 26.7%±1.6 pts | 42.2% | +3.9 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.8%±1.0 pts | 18.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.4%±0.6 pts | 3.1% | – |
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 22,112 households earn less than $64,552 a year (±$3,311), against $93,170 in Virginia. In 2015-2019 it was $59,683 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Washington County | Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $64,552±$3,311 | $93,170 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $91,626±$6,927 | $128,260 | – |
| Per capita income | $38,757±$2,841 | $50,666 | +$4,883 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.1%±1.4 pts | 9.9% | −3.5 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 12.7%±3.2 pts | 12.3% | −8.6 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.7%±1.7 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 83.8%±2.0 pts | 91.0% | – |
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 75.8% of Washington County's occupied homes and renters 24.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $214,000 by its owner (±$9,903). The median renter pays $854 a month including utilities, and 24.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Washington County | Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $214,000±$9,903 | $383,700 | +$27,181 |
| Median gross rent | $854±$29 | $1,579 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 24.1%±4.2 pts | 39.4% | −10.0 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,264±$66 | $2,127 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 75.8%±2.2 pts | 67.3% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 25,570±70 | 3,684,756 | −391 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.4%±0.8 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.0%±2.9 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 72.4%±2.2 pts | 61.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 13.2%±1.5 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 7.9%±1.1 pts | 7.0% | – |
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 191 new housing units across Washington County in 2025 (117 single-family), 3.5 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?
82.1% of Washington County's workers drive alone and 8.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 24.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.0%.
| Measure | Washington County | Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 53.2%±1.4 pts | 65.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0%±0.7 pts | 4.3% | −2.2 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 82.1%±2.0 pts | 67.6% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.3%±1.9 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 2.1% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.5%±1.4 pts | 18.3% | +5.0 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 24.1 min±1.0 | 27.3 min | no clear change |
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 15 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $47,723 (Tract 108) to $100,938 (Tract 104.01).
| Tract 101.0151191010101 | 3,470±569 | $60,057 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 101.0251191010102 | 3,352±441 | $66,449 |
| Tract 10251191010200 | 5,077±693 | $65,061 |
| Tract 103.0151191010301 | 3,136±699 | $51,103 |
| Tract 103.0251191010302 | 2,919±296 | $69,625 |
| Tract 104.0151191010401 | 2,644±427 | $100,938 |
| Tract 104.0251191010402 | 3,302±327 | $62,409 |
| Tract 105.0151191010501 | 3,626±385 | $59,850 |
| Tract 105.0251191010502 | 4,164±395 | $51,458 |
| Tract 106.0151191010601 | 4,107±375 | $75,067 |
| Tract 106.0251191010602 | 2,873±312 | $84,079 |
| Tract 10751191010700 | 4,834±832 | $70,375 |
| Tract 10851191010800 | 2,533±213 | $47,723 |
| Tract 10951191010900 | 4,168±507 | $50,192 |
| Tract 11051191011000 | 3,721±403 | $89,205 |
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 Virginia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 35th of 133 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 92nd of 133 |
| Residents per square mile | 71st of 133 |
| Median household income | 79th of 133 |
| Median home value | 88th of 133 |
| Median gross rent | 101st of 133 |
| Poverty rate | 73rd of 133 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 69th of 133 |
| Median age | 35th of 133 |
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.