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County overview

Washington County

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

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Washington County

Population
136,842
Age 65+
18.7%
Median age
43.4
Owner-occupied
77.3%
With disability
9.7%
Median home value
$293,300
Median income
$91,915
Residents 65+
25,584
How Washington County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+13.3%
% owner-occupied
+19.3%
% with disability
-24.8%
Median household income
+22.3%
Median home value
+4%
Median age
+12.7%

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 136,842 residents, of whom about 25,589 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 18.7%, 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 77.3% of homes in Washington County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $293,300. 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 9.7% of Washington 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.