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County overview

Washington County

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

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Washington County

Population
183,297
Age 65+
21.9%
Median age
38.6
Owner-occupied
72.4%
With disability
12.5%
Median home value
$417,400
Median income
$71,976
Residents 65+
40,155
How Washington County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+32.7%
% owner-occupied
+11.7%
% with disability
-3.1%
Median household income
-4.2%
Median home value
+48.1%
Median age
+0.3%

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 Washington County

Washington County is home to roughly 183,297 residents, of whom about 40,142 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 21.9%, well 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 72.4% of homes in Washington County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $417,400. That's a higher-than-average ownership rate, which often correlates with longer tenures in the home and a stronger appetite for investment in accessibility upgrades. 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 12.5% of Washington County residents report a disability, a rate in line with 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.