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County overview

Washtenaw County

Michigan - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Washtenaw County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Washtenaw County

Population
370,231
Age 65+
14.8%
Median age
34.4
Owner-occupied
61.2%
With disability
10.1%
Median home value
$336,300
Median income
$84,245
Residents 65+
54,677
How Washtenaw County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-10.3%
% owner-occupied
-5.6%
% with disability
-21.7%
Median household income
+12.1%
Median home value
+19.3%
Median age
-10.6%

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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Aging-in-place in Washtenaw County

Washtenaw County is home to roughly 370,231 residents, of whom about 54,794 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 14.8%, well below 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 61.2% of homes in Washtenaw County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $336,300. 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 10.1% of Washtenaw County residents report a disability, a rate below 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.