Washington, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Washington, Pennsylvania is 13,361 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 58th-largest city in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $52,350, the median home value is $121,000, and the median age is 38.5.
The population has declined 4.8% since 2010 (14,008 → 13,334).
13,361
Population
4562
People / sq mi
$52,350
Median Income
$121,000
Median Home Value
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Washington covers 2.9 sq mi of land at 4562 people per square mile.
About Washington, PA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Washington: the median home is valued at $121,000. Washington is a city in Pennsylvania with a population of 13,361.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $52,350, below the US median of $78,538. About 10.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $121,000, with typical rent around $895.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 19.3%, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Washington city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Washington city had a population of 14,008 in 2010 and 13,334 in 2024, a -4.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,008 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.35%.
13,334
Population (2024)
14,008
Population (2010)
14,008
Peak (2010)
-0.35%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,008 |
| 2011 | 13,930 |
| 2012 | 13,925 |
| 2013 | 13,743 |
| 2014 | 13,680 |
| 2015 | 13,616 |
| 2016 | 13,615 |
| 2017 | 13,547 |
| 2018 | 13,497 |
| 2019 | 13,433 |
| 2020 | 13,142 |
| 2021 | 13,508 |
| 2022 | 13,455 |
| 2023 | 13,385 |
| 2024 | 13,334 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.9% |
| Black or African American | 13.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$52,350
Median Household Income
$29,847
Per Capita Income
10.5%
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$121,000
Median Home Value
$895
Median Rent
45.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.1%
High School+
19.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
69.1%
Public Transit
9.0%
Work From Home
20.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.7%
Foreign Born
93.5%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
19.6%
With Disability
95.1%
Health Insurance
92.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.4% |
| Retail Trade | 8.0% |
| Manufacturing | 7.6% |
| Construction | 7.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Information | 3.2% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Washington, Pennsylvania has a population of 13,361 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 58th-largest city in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Washington, Pennsylvania is $52,350, with 10.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Washington, Pennsylvania is $121,000, with median monthly rent at $895 and a homeownership rate of 45.1%.
The median age in Washington, Pennsylvania is 38.5 years. The population is 50.6% male and 49.4% female.
The population has declined 4.8% since 2010 (14,008 → 13,334).
Washington city, PA Climate
Washington city, PA has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F) and receives about 981 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.4°C
Avg Temp
981
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 28° | 65 mm |
| February | -1° / 30° | 59 mm |
| March | 4° / 40° | 85 mm |
| April | 10° / 49° | 83 mm |
| May | 15° / 60° | 102 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 100 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 103 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 90 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 80 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 64 mm |
| November | 6° / 42° | 78 mm |
| December | 0° / 33° | 72 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Washington city, PA
The most comfortable months to visit Washington city, PA are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.