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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,723 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,072 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,151 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,322 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,498 |
| County GDP | $12,529M |
| Restaurants | 399 |
| Healthcare | 520 |
| Retail | 605 |
| Manufacturing | 91 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,983 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |
| Census Median | $193,800 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $238,071 |
| Median List Price | $612,495 |
| Median List Price | $612,495 |
| $/Sq Ft | $119 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.6% |
| Price Drops | 25.8% |
| Inventory | 31 |
| Census Median Rent | $813 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Studio | $739 |
| 1 Bedroom | $744 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $925 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,197 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,983 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.2% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,748/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 520 |
| Total Violent | 763.3/100K |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 20.4/100K |
| Robbery | 183.2/100K |
| Assault | 559.7/100K |
| Total Property | 6,828.8/100K |
| 248% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,241.6/100K |
| Theft | 5,434.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 152.7/100K |
| Arson | 20.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.0 inches |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 9 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,191/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5580°N, 77.0542°W |
| County FIPS | 37147 |
Winner: Democrat by 6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.7% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.07 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,191/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 520 |
| Restaurants | 399 |
| Retail Stores | 605 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |