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Population Review

Washington County, Utah Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 5th-largest in Utah

The population of Washington County, Utah is 189,827 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 5th-largest county in Utah. The median household income is $76,411, the median home value is $465,600, and the median age is 39.0.

The population of Washington County has grown 50.3% since 2010 (138,397 → 207,943), a +2.95% annualized rate.

Washington County within Utah · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

189,827

Population

+2.95%

Annual growth

78

People / sq mi

$76,411

Median Income

$465,600

Median Home Value

Washington County covers 2,428 sq mi of land at 78.2 people per square mile.

About Washington County, UT

Washington County is a county in Utah with a population of 189,827. It ranks #5 among counties in Utah by population. The median age is 39.0, in line with the national median. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.

The median household income in Washington County is $76,411, near the US median of $74,580. 6.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $465,600, with monthly rent averaging $1,464. The homeownership rate of 72.6% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Washington County reflects 33.3% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 13.1% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 18.9 minutes each way.

Washington County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Washington County had a population of 138,397 in 2010 and 207,943 in 2024, a 50.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 207,943 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.95%.

2024 · 208K20102024

207,943

Population (2024)

138,397

Population (2010)

207,943

Peak (2024)

2.95%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010138,397
2011141,288
2012144,216
2013147,099
2014151,231
2015154,839
2016159,537
2017166,195
2018172,051
2019177,938
2020182,029
2021191,552
2022197,898
2023202,735
2024207,943

Race & Ethnicity

White85.9%
Black or African American0.5%
Asian0.3%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.2%
Two or More Races0.2%

Age & Sex

39.0

Median Age

50.1%

Female

49.9%

Male

22.1%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.0%
5–9
6.7%
10–14
7.5%
15–19
7.6%
20–24
6.3%
25–34
11.5%
35–44
11.9%
45–54
10.0%
55–59
5.2%
60–64
5.4%
65–74
12.3%
75–84
7.3%
85+
2.5%

Children (under 15): 20.2% · Seniors (65+): 22.1%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$76,411$-15,339 vs state
Mean household income$104,854
Per-capita income$37,962
Poverty rate6.5%+0.8% vs state
Unemployment rate1.9%
Employment-to-population55.4%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
24.7%
Finance & real estate
11.0%
Education & health care
10.5%
Construction
10.0%
Manufacturing
7.4%
Information
6.3%
Retail trade
5.6%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.8%

The largest employment sector in Washington County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.7% of workers.

How residents commute

0.4%

Drive alone

1.5%

Carpool

73.1%

Public transit

13.1%

Work from home

18.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$465,600+$10,600 vs state

Median home value

$1,464

Median rent

72.6%

Homeownership rate

78,993

Total housing units

84.7%

Occupied

15.3%

Vacant

27.4%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

88.1%

With health insurance

96.8%

With broadband internet

40.1%

Foreign-born

7.4%

Veterans (18+)

12.8%

With a disability

89.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

94.3%

High School+

33.3%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Washington County, Utah has a population of 189,827 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 5th-largest county in Utah. Population density is 78 people per square mile.

The population of Washington County has grown 50.3% since 2010 (138,397 → 207,943), a +2.95% annualized rate.

The median household income in Washington County, Utah is $76,411, with mean (average) household income of $104,854 and per-capita income of $37,962. 6.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Washington County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (85.9%), Hispanic or Latino (2.2%), Black or African American (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Washington County, Utah is 39.0 years. Residents are 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

The median home value in Washington County is $465,600 and median monthly rent is $1,464. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 78,993 total housing units, 15.3% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Washington County, Utah is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.

Salt Lake City is among the largest cities associated with Washington County, Utah, with a population of 203,888.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.