Living in Washington County, Indiana

Washington County is a county in Indiana with a population of around 27,827, part of the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN MSA metro area. The main communities are New Pekin, Campbellsburg, Hardinsburg.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,035/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $199K. 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 43°F) and warm summers (highs around 82°F). Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Washington County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.