Washington, IN

Indiana

Washington is a small city in Indiana with a population of 12,192. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
12,192 Population 1,828/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $25,820 per capita
$130,700 Home Value $143,920 Zillow
$854 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
451 Violent Crime/100K 5,208 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,700 home value, $854/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
451 violent crimes/100K (19% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,700
54% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 451/100K
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $854
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,192
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density1,828/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$25,820
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$2,274M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,700
Rent$854
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,920

Crime

F
Violent451/100K
Property5,208/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault275/100K
Burglary943/100K

Health

Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation523 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+83.3%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include 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 $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washington is $130,700, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $854 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 451 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,208 per 100,000, 166% above the national average.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Washington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Washington has a population of 12,192 with a density of 1,828 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

12,192
Total Population
1,828
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,820
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$70,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)978
County GDP$2,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare74
Retail116
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington is $130,700, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $854 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,920.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,700
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,920
Median List Price$184,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$184,500
$/Sq Ft$134
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory36

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$854
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$749
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$988
3 Bedrooms$1,185
4 Bedrooms$1,308

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Washington, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death7,724/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access51.7%
Healthcare Facilities74
Washington has a violent crime rate of 451 per 100,000 residents, 19% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,208 per 100,000 (166% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent450.7/100K
19% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape166.9/100K
Robbery8.4/100K
Assault275.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,207.8/100K
166% above US avg
Burglary943.1/100K
Theft3,814.1/100K
Vehicle Theft450.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Washington has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation523 ft (159 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²)
Population Density1,828/sq mi
Coordinates38.6582°N, 87.1604°W
County FIPS18027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+83.3%
School Test Score5.82
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,828/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants63
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home4.9%

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