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Washington, GA

Georgia · Wilkes County

Washington is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,700. Residents earn $47,946 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,700 Population 481/sq mi density
$47,946 Median Income $34,582 per capita
$96,600 Home Value $165,213 Zillow
$786 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,946 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,600 home value, $786/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,946
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,600
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

How Washington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,700
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,946
Per Capita$34,582
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$501M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,600
Rent$786
Ownership63.0%
Zillow$165,213
Housing Units1,989
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
Uninsured16.6%
Smoking19.8%
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score4.44

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Broadband59.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Washington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washington is $47,946, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washington is $96,600, 66% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Washington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Washington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Washington has a population of 3,700 with a density of 481 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly Black (58.8%), with 32.7% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.5% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 82.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,700
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington is $47,946, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,582 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $958, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 243 business establishments, including 13 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 9.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,946
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,582
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$54,350
Gini Index0.466 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)243
County GDP$501M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare18
Retail39
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,153
10% below US avg
Cost of Living96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington is $96,600, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,213, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $797 for a one-bedroom to $999 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,989 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $3,153. 19.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,600
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,213

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$792
1 Bedroom$797
2 Bedrooms$999
3 Bedrooms$1,198
4 Bedrooms$1,329

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units1,989
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,153
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Washington, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 42.7% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.6% report binge drinking. 35.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.9% report depression. 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 16.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,378. The dentist ratio is 1:4,800. 64.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Washington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.2%
Cancer5.6%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep43.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured16.6%
93% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,378
Dentists1:4,800
Mental Health1:4,759
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits48.8%
Premature Death13,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access64.4%
Healthcare Facilities18
Washington has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters.

Crime Rates: Washington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents85
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

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Washington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. 61% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 571 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates33.7323°N, 82.7436°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWilkes County County
Nearest AirportBaldwin County Regional (MLJ)
45 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.2"
16% above US avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.12"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.23"

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood
Good Days %61.2%
Unhealthy Days1

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score12.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability82.4 / 100
Community Resilience12.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 15, 2014 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M4.1 61 km
Jan 18, 2000 11 km SSE of Gray, Georgia M3.5 113 km
Mar 18, 2003 11 km S of Rayle, Georgia M3.5 14 km
Jan 3, 1992 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina M3.4 41 km
Dec 7, 2009 4 km WNW of Deepstep, Georgia M3.2 82 km
Aug 8, 1993 12 km ENE of Aiken, South Carolina M3.2 108 km
Jun 20, 2017 6 km SW of Augusta, Georgia M3.2 75 km
Apr 4, 2009 15 km N of Milledgeville, Georgia M3.1 72 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 86 km
Feb 16, 2014 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina M3.0 64 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 85 km
Sep 18, 1996 6 km E of Clarks Hill, South Carolina M2.8 59 km
Apr 26, 2013 9 km E of Lincolnton, Georgia M2.8 34 km
Apr 6, 2017 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia M2.7 59 km
Apr 23, 1993 14 km E of Mount Zion, Georgia M2.7 41 km
Jan 7, 1992 5 km NNW of Edgefield, South Carolina M2.7 75 km
Sep 2, 2001 10 km SW of Plum Branch, South Carolina M2.7 37 km
Jul 5, 2025 11 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M2.7 60 km
Jul 4, 2012 11 km NNE of Deepstep, Georgia M2.7 71 km
May 3, 2011 6 km WNW of Mitchell, Georgia M2.6 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 1 275 km
2018 Michael Category 1 211 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 277 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 186 km
1985 Bob Category 1 270 km
1985 Kate Category 1 258 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

329 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 23 fatalities, 432 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 90 km 5
Dec 13, 1973 EF4 83 km 2
Mar 31, 1973 EF4 42 km 7
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 53 km 0
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 85 km 0
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 52 km 0
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 90 km 0
Feb 18, 2009 EF3 14 km 0
Feb 18, 2009 EF3 54 km 1
May 7, 1998 EF3 63 km 1
May 7, 1998 EF3 68 km 0
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 25 km 1
Apr 8, 1974 EF3 77 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 80 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 69 km 0
May 28, 1973 EF3 83 km 1
May 3, 2021 EF2 49 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 86 km 0
Mar 3, 2019 EF2 54 km 0
Mar 3, 2019 EF2 65 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,084 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 UNNAMED 5,084 48 km
2010 COMPT 163 4,755 78 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,897 53 km
2019 UNNAMED 3,772 52 km
2009 UNNAMED 3,165 33 km
2021 C-326/327 LC 2,852 60 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,753 94 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,654 59 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,574 93 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,532 52 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,286 49 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,143 92 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,101 92 km
2020 C-249 LC 2,084 32 km
2022 C-297 LC 2,060 53 km
2016 UNNAMED 1,974 92 km
2020 C-250 LC 1,887 34 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,879 78 km
2020 PARSONS MTN SOUTH LC 1,878 52 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,873 81 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 4.4 in
March 54°F (12°C) 5.1 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
May 69°F (21°C) 3.8 in
June 76°F (24°C) 3.7 in
July 80°F (26°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 4.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
December 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in

Washington has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 44°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and October the driest (3.2").

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Washington is located in Wilkes County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 18.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 58.3% of the vote, a 16.9-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 18 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents85
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score4.44
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi
CountyWilkes County County

Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Avg Download Speed171.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed41.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants13
Retail Stores39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.0%
Average costs for common services in Washington. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit $193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement $193 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair $963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement $8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested) $14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense $4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation $482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation $2,408 ($963–$4,815)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter $193 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$470
Toddler$442
Preschool$442
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$446
Toddler$420
Preschool$420
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wilkes County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 415 19 $85,409 2.93
Retail Trade 343 50 $32,880 1.27
Manufacturing 313 12 $56,350 1.41
Finance & Insurance 95 11 $64,249 0.87
Wholesale Trade 78 9 $63,126 0.73
Professional & Technical Services 40 12 $50,246 0.21
Other Services 35 9 $26,634 0.43
Real Estate 27 5 $37,996 0.64

Hospitals in Washington

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
WILLS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals Yes (706) 678-9212

Schools in Washington

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School High 356 29 12.3:1
Washington-Wilkes Primary School Elementary 347 26 13.3:1
Washington-Wilkes Middle School Middle 297 21 14.1:1
Washington-Wilkes Elementary School Elementary 265 17 15.6:1
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Radio Stations near Washington

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Washington

7 campgrounds found near Washington.

NameRatingSitesPrice
HAWE CREEK 4.7/5 32 $28–$32
RIDGE ROAD 4.7/5 66 $22–$64
WINFIELD 4.7/5 79 $32
PETERSBURG 4.6/5 90 $22–$50
PARKSVILLE 4.5/5 2 $50–$125
AMITY RECREATION AREA 3.8/5 3 $75
GILL POINT 1 $25

National Parks Near Washington

27 national parks and monuments found near Washington.

ParkTypeFee
A. H. Stephens State Park State Park Free
Baker Creek State Park State Park Free
Balls Ferry State Park State Park Free
Elijah Clarke State Park State Park Free
Fort Yargo State Park State Park Free
Hamburg Outdoor Recreation Area State Park Free
Hamilton Branch State Park State Park Free
Hard Labor Creek State Park State Park Free
Hickory Knob State Resort Park State Park Free
Lake Greenwood State Park State Park Free
Lake Hartwell State Park State Park Free
Lincol State Park State Park Free
Magnolia Springs State Park State Park Free
Mistletoe State Park State Park Free
Mossy Creek State Park State Park Free
Ninety Six National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
North Oconee River Greenway State Park Free
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Ocmulgee River Greenway State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Richard B. Russell State Park State Park Free
Tallulah Gorge State Park State Park Free
Tugaloo State Park State Park Free
Unicoi State Park State Park Free
Victoria Bryant State Park State Park Free
Watson Mill Bridge State Park State Park Free
Wildwood Park State Park Free

Trails Near Washington

15 trails found near Washington.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
LONG CANE HORSE TRAIL SOUTH LP 14.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
PARSON'S MOUNTAIN OHV TRAIL 10.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
LONG CANE HORSE TRL NORTH LP 10.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
TOWN CREEK LOOP A 8.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
CEDAR SPRINGS OHV TRAIL 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
TOWN CREEK LOOP B 7.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
CEDAR SPRINGS OHV TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
PARSON MTN TOWER TRAIL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
PARSON MTN LAKE TRAIL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CEDAR SPRINGS OHV TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
TOWN CREEK CONNECTOR 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
PARSON MTN INTERPRET. TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
PARSON'S MOUNTAIN OHV TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
LONG CANE HORSE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
LONG CANE HORSE TRL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Washington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GEORGIA BAPTIST HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7066781037
NORTH ALEXANDER SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTH WILKES MUSEUM & ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Washington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BARTRAM TRAIL REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM204 E. LIBERTY STREET0.093,650

Farmers Markets in Washington

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Washington Farmers Market111 N. Allison St

Hotels in Washington

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Historic Fitzpatrick Hotel
Quality Inn

Restaurants in Washington

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Al’s Pizza
Talk of the Town

Cafes in Washington

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miller’s Bistro

Golf Courses in Washington

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Washington Wilkes Country Club

Nursing Homes in Washington

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
PRUITTHEALTH - WASHINGTON
112 HOSPITAL DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 47 43 4/5 1/5 2/5 7066787804

Pharmacies in Washington

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 4518 920 EAST ROBERT TOOMBS AVENUE 706-678-1567
FIEVET PHARMACY 115 EAST ROBERT TOOMBS AVENUE 706-678-2260

Cell Towers in Washington

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
GA HWY 80 .25 MI N OF HWY 20 (153662)GTOWER106
HILL ST HWY17 & 17/78 BYPASSTOWER96
HILL ST HWY17 & 17/78 BYPASSTOWER96
6159 Atlanta Highway NW (58794)LTOWER81
SR 223 & I-20 (58793)LTOWER81
FRONTAGE RD (58720)GTOWER81
WASHINGTON RD SR47TOWER64
WASHINGTON RD SR47TOWER64

Fire Stations in Washington

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Tyrone Fire Department4965 Greensboro RDVolunteer706-678-1642
Washington Fire Department212 Court STMostly volunteer706-678-7113

Power Plants Near Washington

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
HAPPY HOLLOW SOLAR CENTERSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-82.8L

Bridges in Washington

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201930041,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20183004,030G
CulvertConcrete1983302,320G
CulvertConcrete1936212,320G
Tee BeamConcrete1930662,320F
CulvertConcrete1922212,270G
CulvertConcrete1922212,270F
CulvertConcrete1922212,270G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20061202,270G
Tee BeamConcrete19902001,210G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20052601,210G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2005235850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1991540540G
CulvertConcrete195933520G
Tee BeamConcrete195984520G
CulvertConcrete201930300G
Tee BeamConcrete1965114260G
CulvertConcrete196229260G
CulvertSteel198030260G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete1967100190F
Tee BeamConcrete1958128180G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194030121F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199361121G
Tee BeamConcrete1966175120G
CulvertSteel19852470G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19504060G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19603020G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19403320F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19502720G

Correctional Facilities in Washington

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
WILKES PRE-RELEASE CENTER1430 INDUSTRIAL PARK ROADSTATE196CLOSED
WILKES COUNTY JAIL / SHERIFF225 ANDREW DRIVECOUNTY1-999OPEN

Airports Near Washington

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Athens Ben Epps AirportAHNMedium Airport
Daniel FieldDNLMedium Airport
Abbeville AirportSmall Airport
Airnautique, Inc. AirportSmall Airport
Ashley FieldSmall Airport
Baldwin County Regional AirportMLJSmall Airport
Broad River Air ParkSmall Airport
Brookline - Meadowmere AirportSmall Airport
Burke County AirportSmall Airport
Carpenter AirportSmall Airport
Critter Creek AirportSmall Airport
Deerfield Landing AirportSmall Airport
Doug Bolton FieldSmall Airport
Elbert County Airport Patz FieldSmall Airport
Flying B Farm AirportSmall Airport
Franklin County AirportSmall Airport
Greene County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Greenwood County AirportGRDSmall Airport
Hannah Creek AirportSmall Airport
Hay FieldSmall Airport
Home FieldSmall Airport
Hudson River Landing AirportSmall Airport
Iva FieldSmall Airport
Leitner AirstripSmall Airport
Louisville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Madison Municipal AirportSmall Airport
McCormick County AirportSmall Airport
Mustang FieldSmall Airport
New Prater Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Papas Place AirportSmall Airport
Pea Patch AerodromeSmall Airport
Prater Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Rambos FieldSmall Airport
Ridgewood Air AirportSmall Airport
Sandy Hill AirportSmall Airport
Sebastian Cove AirportSmall Airport
Smith FieldSmall Airport
Southern Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Thomson-McDuffie County AirportSmall Airport
Washington Wilkes County AirportSmall Airport
Wrens Memorial AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Washington

0 police stations.

StationAddressPhone

Grocery Stores in Washington

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Cullars Heritage Farm LLCFarmers and Markets308 Whitehall St
CVS PHARMACY 4518Other920 E Robert Toombs Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 19531Other903 E Robert Toombs Ave
Dollar General 23383Other110 Mercer St
Family Dollar 240Other164 Bi Lo Plaza
Golden Pantry Food Stores 1050Convenience Store16 Lexington Ave
Golden Pantry Food Stores 1081Convenience Store1238 Lincolnton Rd
INGLES MARKETS 429Supermarket110 Ann Denard Dr
Red Roof Mini MartConvenience Store901B Whitehall St
Royal Food MartConvenience Store102 W Robert Toombs Ave
T & M FOODSGrocery Store115 Spring St
The Pumping Station #11 11Convenience Store805 N Bypass E
To Go MartConvenience Store112 E Robert Toombs Ave

Post Offices in Washington

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Washington Post Office
Washington, GA Post Office215 Court St

DOL Wage Violations in Washington

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $22,992 in back wages owed to 31 employees.

5
Violations
$22,992
Back Wages Owed
31
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Rekord Tent LLC Rekord Structures 30673 1 $13,617 $1,702 8
Royal Foods 30673 1 $5,459 $2,730 2
Fitzpatrick Hotel 30673 1 $3,010 $201 15
Quality Inn Choice Hotels 30673 1 $786 $786 1
Wee Care Partnership 30673 1 $120 $24 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Washington

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BEAVERDAM BAPTIST CHURCH309 SISSON BRIDGES RD
CHURCH OF THE MEDIATORPO BOX 716
EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH1568 GREENSBORO RD
ESSENCE WORSHIP CENTER INC780 NEWTOWN RD
REHOBOTH BAPTIST CHURCH3219 METASVILLE RD
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH WASHINGTON INC1015 NORTH BYPASS WEST HWY 78
WASHINGTON CHAPEL INCRT 3 BOX 113
WASHINGTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHPO BOX 644

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Frequently Asked Questions About Washington

What is the population of Washington?

Washington has a population of 3,700 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 481 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Washington expensive to live in?

Washington has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $47,946, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $96,600 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Washington safe?

Washington is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Washington?

Washington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Washington?

The job market in Washington is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $958. There are 243 business establishments in the area, including 13 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 9.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Washington?

The median home value in Washington is $96,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,213. For renters, the median monthly rent is $786. Fair market rent is $797 for a 1-bedroom and $999 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,153.

How are the schools in Washington?

Schools in Washington have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.7% of adults in Washington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Washington?

The obesity rate in Washington is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 35.9% are physically inactive. 19.9% of residents report depression. 16.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 64.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,378.

What is transportation like in Washington?

The average commute in Washington is 28 minutes. 76.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Washington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Washington is 32.7% White, 58.8% Black or African American. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.5% speak Spanish. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 82.6% have health insurance coverage.

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