Washington County

PA · Pop. 124,141 · Suburban County

7Homestead Score

Washington County is a suburban county in PA with a population of approximately 124,141.

$/Acre: $4,153
Property Tax: 1.58%
Growing Season: 156 days
Broadband: 84%
Safety: 6/10
Density: 69.5/sq mi

Pros

No building codes, Good internet

Cons

Higher crime rate

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.58%
Local Sales Tax1.62%
Combined Sales Tax7.62%
Cost of Living Index94.6
Median Household Income$91,559
Poverty Rate10.7%
Homestead ExemptionYes

Land & Building

Avg Land $/Acre$4,153
Median Home Price$288K
Acres for Sale1948
Building CodeNone
Permit Required
Zoning TypeLimited Zoning
Tiny Home Friendly
Mobile Home Friendly
Min Lot Size0.5 acres

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone8
Growing Season156 days
Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
Avg Summer High81°F
Avg Winter Low19°F
Soil TypeClay
Soil Quality6/10
Elevation2,456 ft
Top CropsWheat

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought1/10
Wildfire1/10
Tornado2/10
Flood5/10

Water & Energy

Primary Water SourceSpring
Well Depth (avg)151 ft
Water AvailabilityAdequate
Solar (Avg PSH)4.1
Wind Potential7/10
Electric Rate$0.12/kWh

Laws & Regulations

Unincorporated
HOA PrevalenceSome
Livestock Allowed
Chicken OrdinanceRestricted
Burn Permit Required
Raw Milk AccessYes

Safety

Violent Crime /100K417
Property Crime /100K469
Overall Safety6/10
Sheriff Response23 minutes average

Healthcare

Nearest Hospital21.5 miles
Emergency Room
Healthcare Facilities3

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage84%
Cell CoverageGood
Starlink Available
Nearest Town7 miles
Nearest City21 miles
School District8/10
Farmers Markets2
Public Land Nearby51%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3.1%
Ag EconomyModerate