Demographics
Demographic Profile of Washington County*
| Population | Households | Income ($) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household | Per Capita | ||
| 141,895 | 54,708 | 47,900 | 28,839 |
| Labor Force | Employment | Unemployment | Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69,755 | 66,749 | 3,006 | 4.3% |
- * SOURCE: Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2005 Population Estimates. Households: U.S. Census Bureau, 2005 American Community Survey. Median Household Income: MD Department of Planning (2006). Per Capita Income: U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Economic Analysis (2004). Labor Force & Employment: MD Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation, Office of Labor Market Analysis & Information (2006). Data not seasonally adjusted.
Washington County's population is projected to grow to more than 171,400 by year 2020. As can be seen by the demographic overview above, the county enjoys a high employment rate and moderate incomes, with a much lower cost of living than our nearby metropolitan neighbors.