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County overview

Washington County

Maryland - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Washington County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Washington County

Population
154,645
Age 65+
17.7%
Median age
40.9
Owner-occupied
65.4%
With disability
15.3%
Median home value
$262,400
Median income
$73,017
Residents 65+
27,391
How Washington County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+7.3%
% owner-occupied
+0.9%
% with disability
+18.6%
Median household income
-2.8%
Median home value
-6.9%
Median age
+6.2%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Other counties in Maryland

Montgomery County
1,056,910 residents
Prince George's County
957,189 residents
Baltimore County
850,737 residents
Anne Arundel County
588,109 residents
Baltimore city
584,548 residents
Howard County
332,011 residents
Frederick County
273,829 residents
Harford County
261,059 residents

Aging-in-place in Washington County

Washington County is home to roughly 154,645 residents, of whom about 27,372 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 17.7%, above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 65.4% of homes in Washington County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $262,400. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 15.3% of Washington County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.