Washington County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,484, reflecting a -0.8% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Washington County is the 95th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 13,119 and has grown -20.09% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.8 years
Female: 53.5 years
Male: 42.4 years
There are 8,748 adults, (3,030 of whom are seniors) in Washington County.
Female: 5,280 (48.8%)
Male: 5,532 (51.2%)
The racial composition of Washington County includes 47.93% Black or African American, 45.33% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 5,182 | 47.93% |
| White | 4,901 | 45.33% |
| Two or more races | 427 | 3.95% |
| Other race | 287 | 2.65% |
| Native American | 10 | 0.09% |
| Asian | 5 | 0.05% |
Washington County 's average per capita income is $34,733. Household income levels show a median of $41,813. The poverty rate stands at 24.07%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $82,167 | - |
| Families | $65,861 | $76,740 |
| Households | $41,813 | $62,368 |
| Non Families | $26,843 | $37,070 |
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