Washington, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Washington is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 9,754. Residents earn $41,723 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,754 Population 1,191/sq mi density
$41,723 Median Income $32,072 per capita
$193,800 Home Value $238,071 Zillow
$813 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
763 Violent Crime/100K 6,829 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$41,723 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$193,800 home value, $813/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
763 violent crimes/100K (101% above avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,723
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,800
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 763/100K
101% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population9,754
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density1,191/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,723
Per Capita$32,072
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$12,529M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$193,800
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,071

Crime

F
Violent763/100K
Property6,829/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault560/100K
Burglary1,242/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation9 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+88.8%
School Score4.07

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute19 min
EV Stations3
Libraries7

Is Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Washington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washington is $41,723, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 14.3% 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 $193,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 763 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,829 per 100,000, 248% above the national average.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Washington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Washington has a population of 9,754 with a density of 1,191 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.5%), with 43.4% Black.

Population

9,754
Total Population
1,191
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
8.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington is $41,723, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% 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$41,723
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,072
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$73,322

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,498
County GDP$12,529M

Business (County)

Restaurants399
Healthcare520
Retail605
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington is $193,800, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,071.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,800
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,071
Median List Price$612,495

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$612,495
$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops25.8%
Inventory31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$739
1 Bedroom$744
2 Bedrooms$925
3 Bedrooms$1,197
4 Bedrooms$1,391

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Washington, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.3%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death10,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access90.1%
Healthcare Facilities520
Washington has a violent crime rate of 763 per 100,000 residents, 101% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,829 per 100,000 (248% 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 Violent763.3/100K
101% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape20.4/100K
Robbery183.2/100K
Assault559.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,828.8/100K
248% above US avg
Burglary1,241.6/100K
Theft5,434.6/100K
Vehicle Theft152.7/100K
Arson20.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Washington has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9 ft (3 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.2 km²)
Population Density1,191/sq mi
Coordinates35.5580°N, 77.0542°W
County FIPS37147
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score4.07
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,191/sq mi
Total Area8.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities520
Restaurants399
Retail Stores605

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home10.2%

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