Living in Washington County, Iowa

Washington County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 22,247, part of the Iowa City, IA MSA metro area. The main communities are Washington, Kalona, Wellman.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,035/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $206K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 35°F) and hot summers (highs around 82°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Washington County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.